cook for

Example Sentences

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Pressure cook for 4 whistles on medium to high heat before turning off the stove.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

Stir in the pico de gallo and cook for 4–5 minutes, until softened and jammy.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

To sweeten the deal: “I’ll cook for him. I would make him all his favorite dishes.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026

Every Friday night, she tries to slow down and cook for them instead of turning the job over to staff.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 21, 2025

I never heard my mother complain, but I know it wasn’t easy to cook for that many either.

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson