for the rest

phrase

: with regard to remaining issues or needs

Examples of for the rest in a Sentence

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And with the Dolphins not adding another running back to the active roster prior to kickoff, Gordon will be the only tailback in the backfield for the rest of the game. — Miami Herald, 27 Sep. 2026 Achane went into the blue medical tent on the sideline, and then into the locker room for the rest of the first half. — Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 27 Sep. 2026 Looking ahead, temperatures on Monday will only reach the low 60s, but a big warmup then ensues for the rest of the week. — Matthew Delucia, CBS News, 27 Sep. 2026 Across the Pond, Grace Ives will open until April 12, followed by Die Spitz for the rest of the trek. — Karla Cote, Variety, 26 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for for the rest

Word History

First Known Use

1545, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of for the rest was in 1545

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“For the rest.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20the%20rest. Accessed 2 Oct. 2026.

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