for the sake of

Idioms  

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.

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Example Sentences

“I’m not passionate about learning about consumers just for the sake of it,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Some question whether these eager-to-connect executives are truly invested in their customers, or if they’re just making it appear that way for the sake of publicity.

From MarketWatch

They just couldn’t compromise their brand integrity and personal dignity for the sake of those lucrative Food Network tie-ins.

From Salon

His comments came after insiders shared some insight into Perry and Bloom’s plans for co-parenting their 5-year-old daughter, claiming that the former couple are aiming to remain completely “amicable” for the sake of their child.

From MarketWatch

"You always have to ask yourself if you can say something that would make the situation better. You don't want to come out and just provide content for the sake of it. My gut is that business as usual still works best."

From BBC