English

Phrase

in order for

1. To indicate a possible consequence of an event or action.

   She stood in order to see over the crowd. / She stood to see over the crowd.

Usage notes

• The words "in order" in this context are usually redundant, and can be removed to leave just "for" as an expression of consequence. This is distinct from "in order to" as that phrase implies a design or purpose.

Synonyms

• for to
• to (particle)

Related terms

• in order
• in order that
• in order to
• so that

See also

• for

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