Phrase info

for it

Meaning

In order to attain some implied goal.
make a break for it
run for it

Facing punishment for a misdeed.
You broke the window! Now you're for it!

Corresponding in volume.
(all) the wiser for it
sure to smart for it

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see for,‎ it.
How much did you pay for it?

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Examples

Only through our love and friendship can we create the illusion for the moment that we're not alone. Happiness is not a given-you have to constantly fight for it. And I think that when it comes, it's important to be able to accept it. Orson Welles

Ability will never catch up with the demand for it. Confucius

Don't stress, you don't get paid for it. Jewish Proverb

Seize the opportunity by the beard, for it is bald behind. Bulgarian Proverb

The river is my brother for it carries my canoe. Native American Proverb

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