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go for

VERB
reach
Synonyms
STRONGEST
fetch seek
WEAK
clutch at obtain outreach stretch for
Antonyms
WEAK
dislike hate surrender yield
VERB
like, choose
Synonyms
STRONGEST
accept favor prefer
WEAK
admire approbate approve be attracted to be fond of care for countenance fancy hold with
Antonyms
STRONGEST
dislike reject
WEAK
hate surrender yield
VERB
attack
Synonyms
WEAK
assail assault launch at run at rush rush upon set upon spring at
Antonyms
WEAK
dislike hate surrender yield

Example Sentences

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The Bottom Line: Airline stocks are infamously volatile; if you’re going to take a flier, go for the sturdiest.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

“The group wanted to go for it in the second half,” Redick told reporters.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

"They chose to go for the money, which is fine. To return to the Tour, I thought, was a nonstarter. Apparently it's not."

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

The recurring pattern in prestige outlets that go for deep access, immersive detail and an emphasis on personality as a gateway into subculture carries risks that are now well understood.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

She pulled him tight and didn’t let go for a long, long time.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova