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Discover LudwigThe phrase "word for" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when you are looking to reference an example or phrase which symbolizes a particular concept or idea. For example, "The phrase 'The darkest hour is just before the dawn' is a perfect word for hope."
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Another word for home.
Take my word for it.
What's the word for "banished"?
That's my word for it.
Another word for unhip?
Most people took his word for it.
I'll take your word for it".
There was no other word for it.
(Sehnsucht is the German word for "longing").
Should we take his word for it?
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Do not use word-for-word arguments.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

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