do for

phrase

Definition of do fornext
chiefly British

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for do for
Phrase
  • Her parents naively thought these nuns would look after their kid for a couple of weeks.
    Zachary Fletcher, USA Today, 7 July 2026
  • Some evidence suggests that Latina mothers prefer to have a relative look after their children, even when cost is no issue.
    Idrees Kahloon, The Atlantic, 6 July 2026
Phrase
  • The Big 12 did away with its preseason poll, which was determined by votes from the league’s coaches, several seasons ago.
    Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 July 2026
  • The rule change would do away with this objective and instead require action only if the exposure rose to 25 mrem in a year.
    Stephanie Pappas, Scientific American, 10 July 2026
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“Do for.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/do%20for. Accessed 15 Jul. 2026.

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