in for
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Guaranteed to get or have, as in We're in for a difficult time . [Late 1500s]
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in for it . Certain to encounter trouble or punishment, as in When Harry finds out we left early, we'll be in for it . [Late 1600s]
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Involved or entered for some purpose, as in We're in for the profits . [Mid-1800s] Also see have it in for ; in for a penny .
Example Sentences
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It was a wonder ball in for the winner and his penalty was as calm as ever.
From BBC
On Saturdays, a Sacramento clinic repurposes the reclining chairs reserved for patients recovering from abortion procedures for the people coming in for the IVs.
No City opponent came closer than 15 points against Palisades, which now waits to see what division it will play in for the state playoffs.
From Los Angeles Times
Still, once you realize what the heck it is you’re watching, you might just settle in for a more diverting — or less terrible — time than first expected.
From Los Angeles Times
Our only debt is $250,000 remaining on the mortgage for a home we hope to stay in for as long as we are physically able.
From MarketWatch
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