in for

phrase

: certain to experience

in for a rude awakening

Examples of in for in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But the grand jury didn’t appear to bring him in for questioning. — Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 11 Sep. 2026

There’s still mayo in the mix but pimentos are swapped with piquillo peppers and Mahón cheese (from Menorca, Spain) subs in for the Cheddar. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2026

But before that, folks can pop in for four Free Charburger Day events. — Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 11 Sep. 2026

The winners of six ARIA Awards, the Aussie pair are currently playing dates in North America on their Karaoke Bar World Tour, with homecoming shows locked in for February and March 2027. — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 11 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1835, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for in for

• abhor
• abor
• adore
• afore
• ardour
• ashore
• backdoor
• before
• bookstore
• candour
• centaur
• claymore