ためにする

Frequency rank: 18,778. – 18,875.

expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.); suru verb - included

to have an ulterior motive; to have an axe to grindword usually written using kana alone

Forms

ためにするFrequency rank: 18,778. – 18,875.
為にする【ためにする】Frequency rank: 39,309. – 39,877.

Generated definitions (experimental)

to have an ulterior motive; to have an axe to grind

This phrase is used to describe a situation where someone has hidden intentions or personal interests behind their actions, often implying that there is a self-serving agenda at play.

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He sometimes pretends to help us while having ulterior motives.

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I feel there is an ulterior motive behind that suggestion.

Generated collocations (experimental)

to have an ulterior motive; to have an axe to grindto do for othersto do for profitto do for oneselfto do for one's peace of mindto do for a return or recompenseto do out of goodwillto do for fameto do for love