'V for n' - Construction 16

Name: the argue for construction
Description: A person supports someone or something, verbally or through action.
Verbs: argue, declare, demonstrate, intercede, pray, root, testify, vote, speak up, stand up, stick up, speak for oneself
Example: Having come this great distance to intercede for her father… (BNC)
Membership: beneficiary 'for'; figurative
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