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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In a banner year for eveninglong percussion works, Schick returns to the Veterans Room for the world premiere of a Sorey work commissioned by the Armory. Justin Davidson, Vulture, 11 Sep. 2026 At the intersection of the global AI expansion and the urgent development agenda, The Next 3 Billion will spotlight the leaders shaping a more inclusive and prosperous future for the world’s most ascendent regions. Semafor Events, semafor.com, 10 Sep. 2026 Offering a globe-spanning, edge-of-your-seat action thriller about shifting alliances and the race for the world’s most precious and valuable assets, the first novel from Lowe is slated for publication by Zando in May 2027. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2026 With tactile learning and a curiosity for the world around them, children can become nature experts through everyday play. Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 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 16 Sep. 2026.

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