went for

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There was a tense pause until one of the primates suddenly went for Uruguay's shirt, suggesting the South American nation will win the June 26 match.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

Before a fundraiser in Las Vegas, where tickets went for as much as $844,600 per couple, Trump met with a group that included Doug Burgum, who is now interior secretary, and Brockman.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

“I was inspired by my grandfather’s place in the South of France, so I went for that rustic Mediterranean feel—a lot of wood and stone—and worked in a Moroccan vibe,” she explained.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

The smell was still in the air Friday morning when she went for a walk, she said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

And that was how it went for the rest of the week, Genie catching up on his questions either at night or in the morning, after dinner or before chores.

From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds