for the world

phrase

informal
: for any reason
—used to make a statement more forceful
I wouldn't miss your wedding for the world.

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The bull case for the world’s most valuable company and the bull case for the build-out are now essentially the same case, and Morgan Stanley’s North America Insight, led by Nicholas Lentini, makes both. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 19 Oct. 2026 There is plenty of room for the world of cosplay, with a particular focus on crossovers between the cinematic realm and the video game world. — Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 19 Oct. 2026 The headquarters of Saudi oil giant Aramco have been struck as well in the latest blow for the world's top oil exporter. — ABC News, 16 Oct. 2026 Launched last year, Louis Vuitton’s multiyear partnership with Real Madrid marked yet another high-profile sports deal for the world’s biggest luxury brand, which is active in disciplines ranging from sailing to Formula 1. — Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for for the world

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“For the world.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20the%20world. Accessed 26 Oct. 2026.

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