out for

idiom

: to be determined to get
He was out for revenge.

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The general public is encouraged to keep an eye out for flooding, erosion or anything that might look out of the ordinary as this storm moves in. Kayla Moeller, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026 The ball bounced out of bounds, hitting the pylon on its way out for a safety, extending the Ole Miss lead to 39-34. Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 2 Jan. 2026 With a key player out for the rest of the season, A&M will continue to lean on Agee's physicality and skill as the conference slate begins. Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 2 Jan. 2026 For example, Secret Atlanta declares chicken wings on the ground out for 2026, while taking MARTA is in. Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 2 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for out for

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“Out for.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/out%20for. Accessed 4 Jan. 2026.

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