cook for

Example Sentences

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No longer working in the fields, she now takes care of her two grandchildren, pouring water from bottles to cook for them.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Stir in the pico de gallo and cook for 4–5 minutes, until softened and jammy.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

"They used to cook for all the patients – everyone there was a patient."

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Avtar had worked as the temple’s head cook for the last 23 years, and he was deeply involved in service to both the Sikh community and the Tracy area in general, Deep said.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

She was worried about his not eating his meals, till she found out he was having old lady Davis to cook for him.

From "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston