for you

phrase

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 disapproval

The mayor never responded to our complaints—that's city government for you!

Examples of for you in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Today’s Theme Everyone solves crosswords differently, and there’s no specific order you’re meant to solve in; do what works best for you. — Sam Corbin, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2026

What does that perfect day off away from people look like for you? — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 7 Oct. 2026

Our shopping editors have done the wandering for you and pulled the furniture deals worth acting on before midnight, with some marked down by more than 50%. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 7 Oct. 2026

And for you, Amber, Miss Desjardin has been played by Betty Buckley and Judy Greer, some pretty amazing actresses. — Glenn Garner, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026

Rhymes for for you

• amadou
• avenue
• ballyhoo
• baraboo
• barbecue
• barbeque
• bugaboo
• cabildo
• caribou
• cockatoo
• detinue
• devalue