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Meaning of be out for | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C1

Definitions

To seek or pursue, especially to determinedly pursue something to one's own benefit.

idiomatic, informal

Examples

“He is out for all he can get.”
“The king was out for revenge.”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.

See also

be part of life's rich tapestry be rid of be riding for a fall be right be seized of be sick

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