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go for sth

phr. v..
A2 Elementary Oxford

phr. v.. To choose something from a group of options. It can also mean to try to get or achieve something.

phr. v.. A transitive phrasal verb meaning to select an option or to attempt to achieve a goal.


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.

Particles
for
Separability
inseparable
Pattern
go + for + object
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'.

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