for the sake of

1. Also for one's sake . Out of consideration or regard for a person or thing; for someone's or something's advantage or good. For example, For Jill's sake we did not serve meat , or We have to stop fighting for the sake of family unity . [Early 1200s]

2. For the purpose or motive of, as in You like to quarrel only for the sake of an argument. [Early 1200s]

3. for God's sake . Also . An exclamation showing surprise, impatience, anger, or some other emotion, depending on the context. For example, For God's sake, I didn't expect to see you here , or Hurry up, for goodness sake , or For heaven's sake, how can you say such a mean thing? or For pity's sake, finish your dinner . The variants are euphemisms for God. [c. 1300] For a synonym, see for the love of , def. 2.

Example Sentences

Financial institutions don’t adopt new technology merely for the sake of innovation.

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Grossi said that, while it would take time for the plant’s grid connection to be restored, “the two sides have engaged with us in a constructive way to achieve this important objective for the sake of nuclear safety and security. No one stands to gain from a further deterioration in this regard.”

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For the sake of household wealth, it is the path that needs to be taken.

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Playing cohesively, Sullivan said, means sacrificing personal glory for the sake of the team.

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Some Chinese commentators have warned against trivializing the war for the sake of reaching new audiences.

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