PHRASAL VERB WITH "FOR"

 


PHRASAL VERB WITH "FOR"

  • Account for: 

To provide an explanation for something.

Example: The police could not account for his whereabouts that night. 

  • Call for: 

To publicly request or demand something.

Example: The protesters called for an end to the new policy. 

  • Care for: 

To look after someone or something.

Example: She is looking for someone to care for her elderly mother. 

  • Go in for: 

To enjoy something or take part in an activity.

Example: I don't really go in for sports myself. 

  • Head for: 

To move toward a particular destination.

Example: As the sun began to set, we headed for the nearest town. 

  • Look for: 

To search for something or someone.

Example: I've been looking for my keys all morning. 

  • Run for: 

To compete for a political office.

Example: She decided to run for mayor. 

  • Stand for: 

To represent or symbolize something.

Example: The letters "USA" stand for the United States of America.