for you
idiom
informal
—used to say that someone has done something that is typical or expected
He's already forgotten he was hurt—that's a child for you.
—often used to show disapprovalThe mayor never responded to our complaints—that's city government for you!
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Don’t limit yourself for the sake of someone else’s feelings; do what’s best for you.
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Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 9 Nov. 2024
Physical athletics and outdoor exercise will be excellent choices for you.
—Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2024
But if that’s not for you, then dig into our mobile hunting gear guides.
—Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2024
Not sure which location is most convenient for you?
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 5 Nov. 2024
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Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 9 Nov. 2024
Physical athletics and outdoor exercise will be excellent choices for you.
—Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2024
But if that’s not for you, then dig into our mobile hunting gear guides.
—Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2024
Not sure which location is most convenient for you?
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 5 Nov. 2024
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“For you.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20you. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.
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