in for

phrase

: certain to experience
in for a rude awakening

Examples of in for in a Sentence

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On third-and-11, Elijah Williams intercepted Di Napoli’s pass and ran it in for a 15-yard touchdown, giving the Eagles their first lead of the game. — Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2026 On fourth-and-1 at midfield, Utah's offense dialed up a trick play as wide receiver Creed Whittemore threw deep to Dampier, and the quarterback hauled it in for a 29-yard gain. — Ryan Canfield Outkick, FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2026 Heated Rivalry fans who have been eagerly awaiting Season 2 of Crave‘s hockey series are in for a great surprise. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 7 Nov. 2026 Rather than deliver a traditional acceptance speech, the actress settled in for an onstage conversation with Fonda that offered a glimpse into what drives her philanthropy and activism. — Paul Chi, Vogue, 6 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in for

Word History

First Known Use

1835, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of in for was in 1835

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“In for.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20for. Accessed 12 Nov. 2026.

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