doing for

phrase

present participle of do for, chiefly British

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for doing for
Phrase
  • An experienced employee shouldn’t have to choose between years of dedication to their job and looking after their aging parents.
    — Scott Parrish, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Olivia Claire Williford, president of the university’s Associated Student Body, said the deaths have encouraged students to have conversations about taking care of themselves and looking after their peers.
    — Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 24 Sep. 2026
Phrase
  • That's why Rod Brind'Amour, head coach of the Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes, is in favor of doing away with it entirely.
    — Matt Reigle OutKick, FOXNews.com, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Not only was Navatek’s direct line to Capitol Hill gone, but Congress was doing away with the abuse-riddled earmark process.
    — William Turton, ProPublica, 22 Sep. 2026
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“Doing for.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doing%20for. Accessed 27 Sep. 2026.

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