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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The American Axle plant produces axles for GM’s heavy-duty Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickups, as well as for its midsize trucks, the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

While living and working in Orkney, Netsi said she roasted coffee only for herself, as well as for friends and charity events.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Successes like "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" or "Hogwarts Legacy" have been matched by more mixed receptions, such as for "Star Wars Outlaws" from Ubisoft.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

The only mention of vaccines is a page emphasizing that state exemptions, such as for religious reasons, must be honored.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

I was nicknamed Frenchie as much for my name as for my people—the Metis.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline

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