as in to cost
to have a price of
those cars go for $25,000
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go for
2 of 2phrase
1
as in enjoy
to take pleasure in
I could go for a cold beer right about now.
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2
as in accept
to have a favorable opinion of
I hope they go for my proposal.
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cost
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The ceremony, officiant, dinner, production on the beach or a resort location of their choosing, flowers, cake, champagne, and photography were all included for less than what economy flights themselves might cost (just $3,500 to start).—
Kaitlin Menza,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026 -
The probe cost the state $65,550.—
Sam Tabachnik,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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“Go (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/go%20%28for%29. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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