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stop for someone

to halt one's vehicle to allow someone to get in. I stopped for Jeff, but he didn't want a ride. I didn't have time to stop for you. I hope you will forgive me.

See also: stop

stop for something

to halt one's vehicle because of something or the need of something. I had to stop for a red light. We stopped for some gas.

See also: stop