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gift to myself vs gift for myself

Both 'gift to myself' and 'gift for myself' are correct and can be used in English. They should be used according to the context. The choice between 'to' and 'for' depends on the specific meaning the speaker wants to convey.
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gift to myself

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when someone is giving a gift to themselves. It implies that the person is treating themselves or doing something nice for themselves.

Examples:

  • I bought a new book as a gift to myself.
  • I decided to take a vacation as a gift to myself.
  • I'm going to get a massage as a gift to myself.
  • Dec 25, 2022 ... My Christmas Gift to Myself: Pride ... A rainbow-colored Christmas ornament hangs on a tree. ... This Christmas I introduced my boyfriend to my ...
  • 15 hours ago ... Diwali Gift to myself. First Car. Art/Photo (OC). Happy diwali ...
  • Jan 24, 2022 ... 4970 likes, 26 comments - freesiapark on January 24, 2022: "an early birthday gift to myself ".
  • Mar 8, 2023 ... A little late birthday gift to myself. Discussion. r/MonsterHunterWorld - A ...
  • Dec 23, 2020 ... Lil Christmas gift to myself. You kno I had to be the only one on the east coast wit it.
  • Apr 17, 2024 ... Reflecting on being fired: A graduation gift to myself · I'm going to tell you a story. · For the purposes of professionalism and respect, I won't ...
  • Jul 8, 2024 ... So here's my gift to myself today. I've waited for over 20 years for this little sweetie and I'm super excited to finally own an Australia ...
  • Apr 2, 2024 ... Kindred Crosses Quilt: A Birthday Gift to Myself · It was a bleak mid-winter day in mid-February. · But, as the warm caffeine buzz washed over me, ...
  • Feb 20, 2018 ... A birthday gift to myself. Photo Credit: Sari Blum photography (www.sariblum.com). A birthday gift to myself. Report this article; Close menu.
  • May 7, 2021 ... My Mother's Day Gift to Myself Is This Dissociative Episode in Costco. by Audrey Burges. I'm so sorry, sir — did I just crush your foot? I don ...

Alternatives:

  • gift for myself
  • present to myself
  • treat to myself
  • surprise to myself
  • reward to myself

gift for myself

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when someone is getting a gift for themselves. It implies that the person is buying or receiving something as a treat or reward for themselves.

Examples:

  • I bought a new dress as a gift for myself.
  • I'm going to get a spa treatment as a gift for myself.
  • I decided to buy a new gadget as a gift for myself.
  • Nov 6, 2023 ... Recs for birthday gift for myself under $100? Shopping. As a little background, I'm turning 30 this week and am looking to buy myself a ...
  • Jun 24, 2017 ... What are some ideas for a gift for myself? All related (38).
  • 15 hours ago ... Gift for myself for completing a life milestone. New Pen Day. r/fountainpens ...
  • Jun 22, 2022 ... 7762 likes, 115 comments - rwilly on June 22, 2022: "Got a Birthday gift for myself! As always, thanks so much to @mikendazzoart!
  • Jan 1, 2023 ... Depends. If you bought a gift for yourself, then it's "a gift for myself". If someone else bought it for you, it's "a gift for me".
  • Jun 10, 2011 ... Anniversary gift for myself?? ; angie11 · Jun 9, 2011 · 8 · #1 ; JewelFreak · Sep 3, 2009 · 7,768 · #2 ; tyty333 · Dec 17, 2008 · 27,638 · #3.
  • 4 days ago ... Buying Gift for Myself · Birthday Gift Card Book · Gift Message for Myself · Birthday Gift Magazine · Birthday Gifts for Myself · Gift for ...
  • Aug 26, 2014 ... It has happened quite a lot of time to me. I am not sure why exactly, but I suddenly change my mood and decide to keep the gift for myself.
  • Jul 5, 2017 ... Both a gift for myself and a gift to myself are correct -- depending on the context. Provide some context and we can tell you which to use.

Alternatives:

  • gift to myself
  • present for myself
  • treat for myself
  • surprise for myself
  • reward for myself

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