for myself

phrase

: without needing anyone else to give a description, explanation, etc.
I went to see/hear it for myself.

Examples of for myself in a Sentence

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There was a sofa bed, which made the space perfectly comfortable for myself and two kids. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026 But at the same time, taking that space for myself was also necessary in creating that project too, one thousand percent. — Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 28 Aug. 2026 However, for Penelope—and for myself—these ghosts are not liminal, but present. — Literary Hub, 21 Aug. 2026 Gratitude for myself and those who have supported me became a strong baseline for shifting from surviving to attempting to thrive again. — Rachel Kule, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for for myself

Word History

First Known Use

1593, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of for myself was in 1593

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“For myself.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20myself. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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