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to go for
01
to pursue or try to achieve something
Transitive: to go for a goal
Grammatical Information
Composition
phrasal
Action verb
Regular
Inseparable
Particle
for
Base verb
go
Present tense
go for
3rd person singular
goes for
Present participle
going for
Past simple
went for
Past participle
gone for
Examples
If you really want the promotion, you should go for it.
02
to agree to a suggestion, proposal, or opportunity
Transitive: to go for a suggestion or opportunity
Examples
The offer was too good to refuse, so he went for it without hesitation.
03
to choose something among other things
Transitive: to go for a specific option
Examples
She couldn't decide between the two dresses, so she went for the one with the floral pattern.
04
to be relevant or applicable to a particular person, thing, or situation in a similar way
Transitive: to go for sb/sth
Examples
The safety regulations go for all employees, from the newest hires to the management team.
05
to have a preference or attraction toward a specific type of thing or person
Transitive: to go for sb/sth
Examples
He goes for classic literature, while she prefers contemporary novels.
06
to be sold for a certain price
Transitive: to go for a price
Examples
The limited edition watch went for a five-figure amount at the exclusive watch fair.
07
to attack someone with the intent to harm or overpower them
Transitive: to go for sb
Examples
The aggressive dog suddenly went for the mail carrier, causing concern in the neighborhood.
08
to leave one place, typically briefly, with the purpose of obtaining someone or something
Transitive: to go for sb/sth
Examples
He went for his keys that he forgot in the car and will be right back.
09
to seek a job position, often by submitting an application or resume
Transitive: to go for a job position
Examples
I've always wanted to go for a job in the technology field, specifically as a software engineer.
10
to engage in a specific activity or form of movement, often for exercise or leisure
Transitive: to go for a form of physical activity
Examples
I'm planning to go for a jog in the park to stay active and healthy.
