Phrasal verb
go for sth
Definition
phrasal verb. To choose something from a group of options. It can also mean to try to get or achieve something.
phrasal verb. A transitive phrasal verb meaning to select an option or to attempt to achieve a goal.
Examples
“I think I'll go for the chicken soup.”
“When the new job opened up in marketing, she decided to go for it.”
“Despite the significant risks involved, the company decided to go for the ambitious merger, hoping to dominate the market.”
Examples
simple
“I think I'll go for the chicken soup.”
contextual
“When the new job opened up in marketing, she decided to go for it.”
complex
“Despite the significant risks involved, the company decided to go for the ambitious merger, hoping to dominate the market.”
Usage
Used when making a choice (e.g., from a menu) or stating an ambition.
Teaching tip
Contrast the 'choice' sense ('go for the soup') with the 'effort' sense ('go for the promotion'); context usually makes the meaning clear.
Pitfall
I will go the chicken sandwich.
I will go for the chicken sandwich.
The particle 'for' is required to express the meaning of 'choose'.
Phrasal verb
Particles
for
Separability
inseparable
Pattern
go + for + object
Synonyms
Antonyms
Grammar
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