For good
Example: She moved to the city for good last summer.
Definition
"For good" is an expression used to indicate that something is done permanently or forever, without intention of change or reversal. For example, in the phrase 'She moved to the city for good,' it means she moved there permanently.
Etymology
The expression "for good" originates from the Old English word 'god' meaning 'good' or 'benefit.' Over time, the phrase evolved to signify a lasting or permanent state. Did you know? Its use to mean 'forever' dates back to the 15th century, emphasizing a positive, enduring outcome.
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"For good" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (A2) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used expressions.
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