fight for

phrasal verb

fought for; fighting for; fights for

1

: to fight in support of (something)

young soldiers fighting for their country

This is a cause that's worth fighting for.

2

: to fight or struggle to get, keep, or achieve (something)

The team is fighting for a spot in the play-offs.

The two armies fought all night for control of the fort.

They had to fight for survival.

Examples of fight for in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Supporting Iranians also emboldens those fighting for the good. —Agustina Vergara Cid, Oc Register, 23 Jan. 2026

Using the political and legal system to fight for social justice was a key part of Whipple’s legacy, too, McNally said. —Elise Hammond, CNN Money, 23 Jan. 2026

The Stonewall Inn is the site of a milestone in the fight for gay rights, recognition and the fight to end persecution by authorities. —Phil Helsel, NBC news, 23 Jan. 2026

During his time with Cage Warriors, which spanned 2013 through 2021, Pimblett won and defended the CW featherweight title and fought for that promotion’s lightweight crown. —Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026

Rhymes for fight for

• abhor
• abor
• adore
• afore
• ardour
• ashore
• backdoor
• before
• bookstore
• candour
• centaur
• claymore