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Latest post Mon, Nov 5 2007 12:31 PM by New2grammar. 2 replies.
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New2grammar  +  438741 Sun, 04 Nov 07 06:24 PM

In the name of science/peace/honor

What exactly is the meaning of 'in the name of'? Is it always used in a sarcastic manner?

For example,

War in the name of peace.

Thanks in advance!
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Annvan  +  438769 Sun, 04 Nov 07 07:25 PM
"In the name of ..." can mean "by the authority of..." or "for the sake of..."
Here I think it has the second meaning, i.e. "War for the sake of peace."

No, it isn't always used sarcastically, e.g. "... He withdrew his candidacy in the name of party unity". (From 'Oxford American Dictionaries')
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Thanks, Annvan!
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