English Sentences Focusing on Words and Their Word Families
The Word "For" in Example Sentences
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269797	An afternoon appointment is more convenient for me.	CM
1075522	Beaches in Hawaii are famous for their large waves.	CK
2157005	Can you recommend a place for me to stay in London?	CK
2771427	Did the doctor give you any medicine for your cold?	sharptoothed
700114	Do not fear the unexpected, but be prepared for it.	U2FS
3093730	Don't you think that Tom is a little young for you?	CK
253110	Eleven o'clock is my regular time for going to bed.	CK
1424444	Except for the storm, I would have arrived earlier.	CM
241220	Expensive meals can't compensate for lack of sleep.	CM
669612	For me, being a doctor isn't a job, it's a calling.	darinmex
328546	For some reason the microphone didn't work earlier.	fcbond
924412	Had it not been for your help, I would have failed.	CK
301009	He broke his leg, but looked none the worse for it.	CM
296774	He cooked meals for himself when his wife was sick.	CK
1137217	He doesn't have the necessary skills for that task.	nadsat
291784	He finally made a name for himself as a politician.	CK
295933	He has given up smoking for the sake of his health.	CK
299318	He is going to stay with his uncle for the weekend.	CK
300099	He is kind of person no one would turn to for help.	CK
303726	He postponed leaving for Hokkaido until next month.	CK
291811	He reached out for the sugar that was on the table.	CK
288294	He said that he goes for a long walk every morning.	CK
301436	He saw to it that both boys were well provided for.	CK
1343914	He was clearly angling for a reduction on his rent.	Chrikaru
1358396	He went abroad for the purpose of studying English.	CK
293666	He went from door to door asking for contributions.	CK
294197	He went to Italy for the purpose of studying music.	CK
293674	He would often sit for hours without saying a word.	CK
17907	Hearing you sing, people might take you for a girl.	Zifre
902914	Her condition took a turn for the worse last night.	CK
1409004	Her illness kept her in the hospital for six weeks.	CK
24517	How many people do you think have an ear for music?	NekoKanjya
241743	I am prepared to put up with it for the time being.	CK
56336	I appreciate that this is not an easy task for you.	CK
256434	I debated for hours with my friends on the subject.	CK
3185901	I don't believe in paying for services I don't use.	CK
258631	I don't know what is in store for me in the future.	CK
71363	I don't think there is any need for you to explain.	CK
1318657	I found the diary that my father kept for 30 years.	CK
243326	I guarantee a huge audience for tonight's premiere.	CM
32025	I have always had a soft spot in my heart for Mary.	CK
252601	I have been living in Canada for almost five years.	CK
253673	I have been working for this newspaper for 4 years.	CK
2821036	I hope you have nothing planned for this afternoon.	CK
2376050	I know it's going to be hard for you to understand.	CK
262023	I make it a rule never to be late for appointments.	CK
267011	I mistook you for your sister when I first saw you.	CK
3172057	I never did thank you for all the help you gave me.	CK
257929	I put the used syringes in a can for safe disposal.	CM
3041866	I think Tom is just looking for a little attention.	CK