ためにする

Frequency rank: 18,778. – 18,875.
    expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.); suru verb - included
  1. 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.
  • にする【ためにする】Frequency rank: 39,309. – 39,877.
Generated definitions (experimental)
  1. to have an ulterior motive; to have an axe to grind
    2. 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.
    He sometimes pretends to help us while having ulterior motives.
    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
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