up for

phrase

1

informal : wanting to have or do (something)

I'm up for some Chinese food.

Are you up for watching a movie?

We're going out dancing tonight. Are you up for it?

2

—used to say that someone or something is or will be involved in a particular process and especially one that leads to a decision

His proposal is up for consideration.

She is up for reelection next year.

3

—used to say that something is available to be bought

Our house is up for sale.

items that are up for auction

4

: appearing in a court of law because of being accused of (a crime)

He was up for armed robbery.

Examples of up for in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The ESPYs are Wednesday and Chawinga, the Current’s superstar forward, is up for Best Soccer Player; fan voting remains open. — The Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 11 July 2026

But Neon’s slate of both award winning titles and more commercial fare could set it up for success. — Alex Ritman, Variety, 10 July 2026

It's painted blue and white, and has a small deck area at the front that folds up for easy transport. — Adam Williams july 10, New Atlas, 10 July 2026

The state, which is typically third on the nation’s primary calendar, has been trying to move up for several cycles. — Jesús Rodríguez, New Yorker, 10 July 2026

Rhymes for up for

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