in for

phrase

: certain to experience
in for a rude awakening

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Bookings have been trickling in for four months as the teams advanced, and higher-stakes matches were confirmed. — Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 3 July 2026 Of note, Australia changed its goalkeeper ahead of the shootout, as veteran Matthew Ryan (34 years old) was subbed in for Patrick Beach (22 years old). — Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 July 2026 Those on board the world’s largest sailing yacht are in for a good night’s sleep. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 2 July 2026 For families While the vibe is more grown-up, kids are still in for a good time. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in for

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“In for.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20for. Accessed 11 Jul. 2026.

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