in some transaction for
in (something) for (someone)
Involved with or a part of something in order to benefit from it. Why should we help you? What's in it for us? A boost to your resume is in it for you if you take this job.
See also: for
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in some transaction for someone
having value for someone; having a benefit for someone. (Usually a question: What's in it for me?) What is in this deal for me? There is a lot of money in it for you.
See also: for, transaction
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