for nothing
Example Sentences
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When faced with that choice, Moffett argued, consumers rarely opted for nothing.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
Both sides are not comfortable talking about a supposed break clause in Shankland's Hearts contract that would allow him to leave for nothing, a scenario that would, no doubt, infuriate Hearts fans even further.
From BBC • May 24, 2026
"I gave $38 million essentially for nothing, which they used to build a company worth $800 billion. I was literally an idiot," he said, blaming his own naivety.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
Indeed, that is the draw—money for nothing, or nothing that benefits anyone but the bettor.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
She felt suddenly that she wanted for nothing in the world.
From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu
