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

Dab it on for a sheer flush or layer it up for more impact; either way, this tiny pot earns its sweet spot in your makeup bag. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Oct. 2026

Just look at the 2027 Chevrolet C8 Corvette ZR1X currently up for bid on Bring a Trailer. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 6 Oct. 2026

The governor, who is up for reelection in November, said speculative proposals to build data centers had swamped Pennsylvania. — Salena Zito, Washington Post, 6 Oct. 2026

Langley leads with the most nominations with nine (including her first for entertainer of the year), while Wetmore is up for new artist of the year. — Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 6 Oct. 2026

Rhymes for up for

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• claymore