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speak for (one)1. To say something on behalf of one; to express one's opinions for them. I can't speak for Dave, but I know that I'm very uncomfortable with this arrangement. I would just like to make clear that this former employee does not speak for me or the company as a whole.2. To testify, argue, or give a recommendation in support of one. Melissa's a fantastic worker. I can't speak for the other interns, though, as I haven't spent any time working with them. I don't need anyone to speak for me—I can stand up for myself.See also: speakspoken for1. Already claimed, purchased, or reserved. I'm sorry, this seat is spoken for. It looks like this car is spoken for. Let's see if they have any others for a good price.2. Already in a romantic relationship. I'm thinking of asking John out. Do you know if he's spoken for?See also: spokenspoken fortaken; reserved (for someone). I'm sorry, but this piece of cake is already spoken for. Pardon me. Can I sit here, or is this seat spoken for?See also: spoken spoken for Reserved or requested: Is that seat spoken for?See also: spokenLegalSeeSpeakSpoken for
Spoken forAmount of opposite demand (placement) or supply (availability) the trader has in efforts to cross the stock. Not open.Spoken ForDescribing a security upon which an order has been placed, but not necessarily executed. The trader of a spoken for security is no longer looking for buyers or sellers, and may tell potential trading partners that he/she or the security are "spoken for." It is the opposite of open. |