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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These options let the computer randomly generate numbers for you.
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Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA TODAY, 10 Feb. 2025
And if the physical act of pulling is difficult, strenuous, or painful for you, the design takes that into consideration, too.
—Brittney Morgan, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Feb. 2025
So, don’t just come up with a plan, but find the right plan that works for you.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2025
Practicing safe gardening techniques will help reduce injuries for you and others.
—The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2025
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Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA TODAY, 10 Feb. 2025
And if the physical act of pulling is difficult, strenuous, or painful for you, the design takes that into consideration, too.
—Brittney Morgan, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Feb. 2025
So, don’t just come up with a plan, but find the right plan that works for you.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2025
Practicing safe gardening techniques will help reduce injuries for you and others.
—The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2025
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“For you.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20you. Accessed 23 Feb. 2025.
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