for nothing
Example Sentences
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When faced with that choice, Moffett argued, consumers rarely opted for nothing.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
"I gave $38 million essentially for nothing, which they used to build a company worth $800 billion. I was literally an idiot," he said, blaming his own naivety.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
If I bumble that first line, we came to France for nothing.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
But clearly, not every museum, palace or seaside pier can just throw open the doors for nothing.
From BBC • May 1, 2026
“Not for nothing, but we’re actors. Make-believe heroes. It’s all pretend.”
From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein
