spoken for

Idioms  

1. see speak for, def. 3.

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Example Sentences

U.S. gas exporters don’t have capacity available to ship much more LNG abroad than they already are, and much of their current output is spoken for in 20-year supply deals.

From The Wall Street Journal

At the same time, U.S. gas exports are largely spoken for with long-term contracts.

From The Wall Street Journal

With the ninth inning spoken for, Roberts believes this will allow for Scott to bounce back this season.

From Los Angeles Times

Anastasia McClain knew she was in financial trouble when her entire paycheck was spoken for before it even hit her bank account.

From MarketWatch

It shows up during anxiety, when too many choices feel like noise, and during creative periods, when the day’s decisions have already been spoken for.

From Salon

Related Words

• committed
• hooked
• matched