3.210 verbs followed by 'for' and a 'to'-infinitive

There is a group of verbs used in phase structures with a 'to'-infinitive which are followed by the preposition 'for' and its object, rather than by a direct object. The object of 'for' is the performer of the second action.

• He arranged for Waddell to have the services of another solicitor.
• They called for action to be taken against the unions.
• I waited for him to speak.

Note that the 'to'-infinitive is often a passive one.

Here is a list of verbs which can be used in this way:

• appeal, apply, arrange, ask, call, clamour, long, opt, pay, plead, press, vote, wait, wish, yearn