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Discover LudwigIn general, the phrase "impress for" is not grammatically correct or commonly used in written English.
However, there may be certain contexts where it could be used effectively. For example, if you are trying to convey the idea that someone is being intentionally or actively impressed upon by another person or group, you could use a phrase like "The group worked to impress their values for equality on the new members." In this sentence, the words "impress for" are used as a shortening or implied version of the phrase "work to impress for," emphasizing the intent behind the action rather than the direct action itself. In another possible context, the phrase could be used in a more metaphorical or creative way. For instance, a writer might describe a scene where a character's impressive accomplishments have "impressed for their own redemption," using the phrase as a shorthand for conveying the idea of working towards redemption through impressive actions. In general, however, it is more common and clearer to use the more straightforward phrase "work to impress." This can be used in a variety of contexts to convey the idea of actively trying to impress someone or make an impression on them. For example, "the consultant made a presentation to impress the potential clients".
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Some new products impress for what they say about the future.
Ferdinand has yet to be picked by Hodgson despite continuing to impress for his club and was left out of Euro 2012 for "footballing reasons".
You're at an ideal juncture to pitch ideas, sweet-talk those you wish to impress (for whatever motive) and bamboozle rivals.
It also creates additional opportunities to impress for another highly regarded prospect, Austin Romine, and a hopeful veteran, Gustavo Molina, but not for the deposed Jorge Posada, whose status as the team's designated hitter has not changed.
Among New Zealand's mainstream press the visit has been hugely popular, with an editorial in the Herald describing it as an important "chance to impress" for the young royals.
Taking their cues from the models onstage, the audience members dressed to impress, for the Ebony Fashion Fair was more than a runway show it was a celebration of African American confidence, beauty, and style.
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Rogers has had an impressive season for Slaughtneil's footballers in addition to impressing for the club's hurlers.
So who impressed for the away side?
So who impressed for Manchester United?
McKalip was impressed for reasons beyond baseball.
Wall Street was not impressed for long.
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