Collocations with "for"

Indicates the group or individual for whom freedom is sought.

indicates the meal being prepared or served

to watch something with the purpose of seeing a specific sign or event

Specifies the sin or wrongdoing for which penance is done.

Indicates the purpose or beneficiary of the raffle.

for the purpose of having food or drink (used with singular 'refreshment')

Used to state the reason for the reprimand.

To feel sadness on behalf of another person or group.

indicates who benefits from the saving

To examine something in order to find a particular feature, flaw, or piece of information.

indicates the person or thing that is the target of the snub

Used to specify the product, e.g., 'a subscription for the print version'.

To recommend someone or something as suitable for a position or task (e.g., suggest someone for the job).

indicates the reason for being summoned, especially for an official duty like jury service

to give evidence that supports someone's case

to be predicted to achieve a particular success or position

To check someone or something for a specific quality, suitability, or problem.

Used to specify the thing that is currently popular or in fashion.

Indicates the person, group, or concept affected by the turning point.

to cry out of sympathy, sadness, or happiness for someone or something

a means to achieve a particular outcome

Indicates the recipient of the mercy.

Indicates the reason or basis for having credibility.

A contrast that highlights the qualities of another thing.

Used to express eagerness or a strong desire for something to happen.

A formal request in court for something, e.g., damages.

Indicates the reason for killing, e.g., 'birds slaughtered for their feathers'.