for you
idiom
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 disapprovalThe mayor never responded to our complaints—that's city government for you!
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And if that’s a little to rich for you, then wait for the $79,900 Touring grade expected out later this year.
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Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
Supplementation should be discussed with your healthcare provider to determine the best form of supplementation and the proper dose for you.
—Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 28 July 2025
The lunch comes with a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, a fruit cup, carrots, pretzels, sparkling water and two packs of M&M’S PB&J (one for you, and one to trade with a friend).
—Victoria Edel, People.com, 28 July 2025
This gives you ample time to see if the mattress is the right fit for you.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 July 2025
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Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
Supplementation should be discussed with your healthcare provider to determine the best form of supplementation and the proper dose for you.
—Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 28 July 2025
The lunch comes with a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, a fruit cup, carrots, pretzels, sparkling water and two packs of M&M’S PB&J (one for you, and one to trade with a friend).
—Victoria Edel, People.com, 28 July 2025
This gives you ample time to see if the mattress is the right fit for you.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 July 2025
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“For you.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20you. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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