21 English Sentences: What for

‘What for’ is Adverb and Noun.

Synonyms:

A scolding, a strong reprimand, for what purpose, for what reason, rebuke, reprimand, reproof, why.

Sentences:

1.  Anne will give you ‘what for’ if you don't go.

2.  Father gave Jack what for.

3.  Millie wants four pens. What for?

4.  Return the racket back. What for?

5.  Wait my dear? What for?

6.  What are you clearing that bag for?

7.  What did you do that for?

8.  What for is he waiting?

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Quotes:

Quite what for, he couldn't say - that was just the trouble. - Brandon, Ruth  

He spread his hands in what for him is a dramatic gesture of helplessness. - Goldsborough, Robert

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