For something’s sake
phrase
Used to express the need to do or keep something for the benefit or interest of someone or something.
For her children's sake, she decided to quit her job and stay at home.
Often appears as...
- for god's sake
- for goodness sake
phrase
Used to express the reason for doing something, especially when it seems unreasonable or unnecessary.
He is doing this merely for the sake of prestige.
Often appears as...
- for the sake of it
- for the sake of peace
phrase
Used to express the need to do or keep something for the benefit or interest of someone or something.
For her children's sake, she decided to quit her job and stay at home.
Often appears as...
- for god's sake
- for goodness sake
phrase
Used to express the reason for doing something, especially when it seems unreasonable or unnecessary.
He is doing this merely for the sake of prestige.
Often appears as...
- for the sake of it
- for the sake of peace
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Personal Sacrifice
Expresses the sacrifices made by someone for the well-being of others, often used in emotional contexts.
She studied late for her brother's sake, to help him pass his exams.
Pro Tip 2/3Emphasizing Importance
Stresses the importance of the subject matter associated with someone or something one cares about.
For the team's sake, we need to win this game.
Pro Tip 3/3Appealing to Values
Invokes values or principles held dearly by an individual or group to motivate a course of action.
For honor's sake, he refused to give up.
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