Phrasal Verbs Using 'Into', 'To', 'About', & 'For' - Wanting (For)
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to ask for
[Verb]
to politely request something from someone
Ex: I'll ask my friend for a loan to cover the unexpected expenses.
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Sign into call for
[Verb]
to make something required, necessary, or appropriate
Ex: The global challenge calls for coordinated efforts across nations.
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Sign into come for
[Verb]
to seek something, such as an opportunity or benefit
Ex: I came for the chance to learn from the best in the industry .
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Sign into go for
[Verb]
to pursue or try to achieve something
Ex: If you want to succeed in your career , you should go for continuous learning and skill development .
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Sign into gun for
[Verb]
to actively and determinedly pursue a specific goal
Ex: The athletes gunned for a spot on the national team in the upcoming trials .
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Sign into look for
[Verb]
to expect or hope for something
Ex: They will be looking for a favorable outcome in the court case .
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Sign into press for
[Verb]
to strongly demand something, often from someone in authority
Ex: The students pressed for a change in the university 's policy .
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Sign into send for
[Verb]
to ask or order someone to come to a specific location or situation
Ex: The coach sent for the star player to discuss an upcoming game strategy .
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Sign into try for
[Verb]
to make an effort to achieve something or succeed at a particular goal
Ex: The researchers are trying for breakthroughs in medical science .
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Sign into want for
[Verb]
to lack something necessary or desired
Ex: The successful entrepreneur did n't want for resources when starting his business .
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Sign in| Phrasal Verbs Using 'Into', 'To', 'About', & 'For' | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting or Beginning (Into) | Entering or Colliding (Into) | Involving or Experiencing (Into) | Others (Into) |
| Managing or Helping (To) | Others (To) | Performing An Action (About) | Wanting (For) |
| Showing Love, Support, or Agreement (For) | Others (For) | ||
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