as for

Idioms

Also, as to. With regard to, concerning. For example, As for dessert, I'd better skip it today and We are not sure as to how to pay the bill. A particularly well-known use of this idiom is in Patrick Henry's speech before the Virginia Convention in 1775: “As for me, give me liberty or give me death.” Also see as to.

Example Sentences

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And as for amateurs gainsaying the work of the Centro Stile design department, I think that’s adorable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

Bellingham has remained involved in Real's set-up during his recovery, valued as much for his influence off the pitch as for his contribution on it.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

The chips will be used for Tesla’s humanoid robots, cars and data centers, as well as for SpaceX’s satellites.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

The acquisition is a win-win arrangement for Henkel as well as for Olaplex’s largest stakeholder, Jefferies analysts noted on Thursday.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

Well, as for as I was concerned, that’s where he belonged.

From "Worth" by A. LaFaye

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