for the world
idiom
informal
: for any reason
—used to make a statement more forceful
I wouldn't miss your wedding for the world.
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De minimis may not be long for the world in the European Union.
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Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 13 Nov. 2025
Swift will take viewers behind the scenes at her concerts, shed light on her motivations for the world tour and give an inside look at her creative process.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 13 Nov. 2025
In October 2025, Governor Gavin Newsom dedicated $5 million to support fusion commercialization, aiming for the world’s first pilot plant in the state by the 2040s.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 13 Nov. 2025
As our players prepare for the world’s biggest stage, these cultural leaders will help amplify the pride and passion that continue to define Canadian soccer.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 12 Nov. 2025
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Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 13 Nov. 2025
Swift will take viewers behind the scenes at her concerts, shed light on her motivations for the world tour and give an inside look at her creative process.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 13 Nov. 2025
In October 2025, Governor Gavin Newsom dedicated $5 million to support fusion commercialization, aiming for the world’s first pilot plant in the state by the 2040s.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 13 Nov. 2025
As our players prepare for the world’s biggest stage, these cultural leaders will help amplify the pride and passion that continue to define Canadian soccer.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 12 Nov. 2025
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“For the world.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20the%20world. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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