own sake

language: de

definitions

  1. A phrase used exclusively in the construction 'for [possessive] own sake' to indicate that an action is taken primarily for the personal advantage, happiness, or general well-being of the individual involved.
    de: zum eigenen Vorteil
  2. A phrase used exclusively in the construction 'for [possessive] own sake' to indicate that an action is taken to protect oneself from potential danger, emotional distress, or adverse consequences.
    de: Zum Eigenschutz

examples

  1. He finally set boundaries at work for his own sake.

    Er setzte am Arbeitsplatz endlich Grenzen zu seinem eigenen Besten.

  2. She moved away from the unstable environment for her own sake.

    Sie zog aus der instabilen Umgebung weg, um sich selbst zu schützen.