invite for/to dinner
How do these phrases differ in meaning? Example sentences would be much appreciated. Thanks!

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for dinner" ususally refers to the food. "What did you have for dinner?"
to dinner" is used when you ask someone out. "Can I take you out to dinner?"

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Invite to dinner means you are going out to eat.
"I invited John to dinner.  We are going to a fancy restaurant."

Invite for dinner means you are making dinner for someone at home.
"Mom invited Kate for dinner.  I will be making her favorite dish."