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I can think of for now vs I can think for now

The correct phrase is 'I can think of for now.' The preposition 'of' is necessary in this context to link the verb 'think' with the object 'for now.' 'I can think for now' is not a common construction in English.
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I can think of for now

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express that the speaker can only come up with a certain idea or solution at the present moment.

Examples:

  • This is the best plan I can think of for now.
  • I can only think of one reason for now.
  • That's all I can think of for now.
  • The only solution I can think of for now is to wait.
  • I can think of no other way for now.
  • This is all I can think of, for now. Please don't ask me how my new novel is coming along, because the answer is “I've been writing an 80+ page flashback for the ...
  • That's all I can think of for now. More to come... © 2014 Ryan Bonhardt. Have any questions or just want to drop me a line? Email me at rbonhardt@gmail.com.
  • There are 3 kinds of unity magics that I can think of for now: * Sustaining: effect lasts from the beginning till the end of the scenario. * Activable ...
  • ... the intonation. American rises and falls less dramatically in normal speech than most languages... except when we get emotional. That's all I can think of for now.

Alternatives:

  • I can think of right now
  • I can think of at the moment
  • I can think of currently
  • I can think of presently
  • I can think of temporarily

I can think for now

This phrase is not correct in English. The preposition 'of' is needed to connect the verb 'think' with the object 'for now.'

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