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for him vs to him

Both 'for him' and 'to him' are correct phrases, but they are used in different contexts. 'For him' is used to indicate something done on someone's behalf or benefit. 'To him' is used to indicate direction or movement towards someone.
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for him

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate something done on someone's behalf or benefit.

You can use 'for him' when you want to express an action or benefit that is intended for someone.

Examples:

  • I bought this gift for him.
  • She made dinner for him.
  • This song is dedicated for him.
  • I'll do it for him.
  • I'll always be there for him.
  • For Him. By Joy D. Jones. Primary General President. Joy D. Jones. Knowing the who and the why in serving others helps us understand that the highest ...
  • Nov 24, 2021 ... Hello. I heard this sentence on TV: “The papers were provided for him and his lawyers to look over and redact.” I'm not too sure of this but ...
  • Mar 6, 2023 ... 120K likes, 328 comments - weratedogs on March 6, 2023: "The Dog Who Thought the Parade Was for Him (because it was).
  • 1 day ago ... I make the fires for him. He loves this time of year. r/Rabbits - cat on the floor next ...
  • ALL for HIM Ministry, Nashville, Tennessee. 4488 likes · 102 talking about this · 240 were here. All for HIM is a 501c(3) organization.We serve both in...
  • For Him. By Tommisha Lampkin. This ... They want him there, and he wants to be there — in all honesty, I couldn't ask for a better environment for him.
  • The 'For Him' collection offers exclusive accessories to add a pinch of unique character to your everyday companions. Carefully selected Phone, AirPods, iPad, ...
  • Discover James Bond gifts for him, the official 007 present edit for men. Find something for all tastes and styles, all budgets and ages with our collection ...
  • May 5, 2013 ... God Works for Those Who Wait for Him. Christ Redeemer Church. Woodbury, MN. Resource by. John Piper.
  • Welcome to Simply Living for Him! If you are longing for a simpler life, I welcome you to my little space here where you will find encouragement, resources, and ...

Alternatives:

  • on his behalf
  • in his favor
  • intended for him
  • with his benefit in mind
  • for his sake

to him

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate direction or movement towards someone.

You can use 'to him' when you want to express something moving or directed towards a person.

Examples:

  • I gave the book to him.
  • She explained the situation to him.
  • Please pass this message to him.
  • The letter is addressed to him.
  • I need to talk to him.
  • Jun 3, 2021 ... Bi-Daily Song Discussion #11: Anna (Go to Him) ... This is the third track from the band's debut album, Please Please Me, and the seventh track ...
  • Listening to Him · Alone With God Alone · “Has the Pillar Moved?” · The Test of Endurance · Sifted Release Date… · Coming Soon… · Seventh Year Sabbath · Still Talking ...
  • Jul 12, 2024 ... Search listen to him on Google YouTube or x or whatever and you see the ramifications rolling in, he had one job in this press conference. And ...
  • [and when we] cry, … he shall say, Here I am.” Turn to Him. These personal religious habits—obedience, scripture study, prayer, and fasting—strengthened ...
  • A five-week sermon series focused on what it means to Give our All to Him. Sermon Series & Discipleship Guide.
  • Apr 4, 2013 ... Pray God's Words Back to Him: Claiming the Promises of God. April 4 ... to him. Go and read the story of Jacob, for instance. At the ...
  • Aug 21, 2024 ... Come to Him in Truth. Mike Polley · This morning, I want to briefly reflect on a verse from Psalm 145. Psalm 145:18 says this: · I want us to ...
  • “I listened to him.” June 5, 2018. Heidi Rieck, 2017/18 AmeriCorps Promise Fellow with the Dreamline Program at Rochester Kellogg Middle School.
  • Apr 18, 2019 ... If you aren't attracted to him, then it's simply unfair to him to stay in this relationship, when there is no attraction anymore. You should end ...
  • Dec 17, 2006 ... Now to him who is able to strengthen you according to my gospel and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the ...

Alternatives:

  • toward him
  • in his direction
  • for his attention
  • aimed at him
  • directed to him

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