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
That meant all-rounders Kemp and Gibson had to bowl their full allocation, both conceding 34 from four wicketless overs, while Issy Wong went for 24 from her three.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
When the call was over, Sergei and his father went for a walk.
From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin
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