for one

phrase

: as one example
I for one disagree

Examples of for one in a Sentence

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During Madrid’s presidential election in June, Perez also chose his programme for one of the two TV interviews of his campaign. Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026 On Alaska's ballot, and all candidates, regardless of party affiliation, are listed together and voters cast their ballot for one candidate. Emily Chang, ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026 The words could just as well served as a headline for one of the Quotes of the Week at the bottom of the page, specifically the quote by Liz and Dick Uihlein who donated $35 million to Northwestern’s football program. Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026 Blake Lively Blake Lively shares an important reminder for people to show compassion for one another. Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for for one

Word History

First Known Use

1563, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of for one was in 1563

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“For one.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20one. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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