for one

phrase

: as one example
I for one disagree

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The hope was that the Sox bullpen — which is basically everyone but Sean Burke — had enough bullets left for one more day. — Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 9 Oct. 2026 The running time seems a lot for one’s tolerance of a supervillain story and not enough, since the story of DOGE, a venal propaganda folly with a human cost, really needs its own separate feature. — Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026 It was revealed in September that cameras were rolling on season three, and the latest update appears to be particularly important for one character. — David Hookstead Outkick, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2026 Taken together, the pattern shows how everyday experiences for one can feel more intentional. — Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 9 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for for one

Word History

First Known Use

1563, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of for one was in 1563

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“For one.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20one. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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