ask for
phrasal verb·1 sense·particle for
Meanings
Request something from someone
Why “for”? The verb keeps its usual meaning. FOR links it to a target, choice, cause, person, or thing.
“Lea asked for a glass of water.”
“Ask for help if you need it.”
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aim for
Same for pattern: usual meaning
Try to achieve a particular result
care for
Same for pattern: usual meaning
Provide regular help and attention to someone or something
fight for
Same for pattern: usual meaning
Work very hard to protect or gain something important
look for
Same for pattern: usual meaning
Try to find someone or something
opt for
Same for pattern: usual meaning
Choose an option after considering the choices
pay for
Same for pattern: usual meaning
Give money to cover the cost of something
provide for
Same for pattern: usual meaning
Supply the money or things that someone needs
reach for
Same for pattern: usual meaning
Move your hand toward something to take or touch it
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