# not for nothing

> English word · Phrase

## Definitions
1. Not for no reason; not without reason; (often) for a good reason.
2. Used to soften the impact of what is said next, implying that it is worthwhile or important.
3. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see not, for, nothing.

## Source
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