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as in to produce
to bring into being by combining, shaping, or transforming materials
will you help me make the dough for the cookies?
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as in to achieve
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
we finally made it!
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as in to create
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
the cats made quite a disturbance when they knocked the Christmas tree over
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as in to accomplish
to carry through (as a process) to completion
one person from each department will be asked to make a short presentation at the meeting
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as in to compel
to cause (a person) to give in to pressure
made him do all the work while everyone else just lounged around
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as in to estimate
to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement
I make that to be about six feet long
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as in to build
to form by putting together parts or materials
make a model airplane
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as in to head
to go on a specified course or in a certain direction
the baby made straight for the toy lying on the rug
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as in to enact
to put into effect through legislative or authoritative action
the legislature failed to make any new laws last session
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as in to earn
to receive as return for effort
I make considerably more money now than I did when I first started working here
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as in to understand
to have a clear idea of
what do you make of the latest information?
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as in to shut
chiefly dialect
to position (something) so as to prevent passage through an opening
make the gate when ye leave
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Recent Examples of make
The plane then made an emergency landing at St. Pete-Clearwater Airport in Florida at approximately 2:08 p.m. local time, per the release.
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Escher Walcott, People.com, 8 July 2025
That makes these perfect for travelers, seniors, and basically anyone else.
—Anne Taylor, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
Square Peg co-founders Ari Aster and Lars Knudsen want to help make aspiring filmmakers’ dreams come true.
—Rance Collins, IndieWire, 8 July 2025
Known for her directness and honesty with players, the former Netherlands international makes decisions based on what is best for the team.
—Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 27 June 2025
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Escher Walcott, People.com, 8 July 2025
That makes these perfect for travelers, seniors, and basically anyone else.
—Anne Taylor, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
Square Peg co-founders Ari Aster and Lars Knudsen want to help make aspiring filmmakers’ dreams come true.
—Rance Collins, IndieWire, 8 July 2025
Known for her directness and honesty with players, the former Netherlands international makes decisions based on what is best for the team.
—Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for make
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Farmers in Connecticut have navigated an uncertain federal funding landscape in recent months, sparking concerns that the costs for both producing and purchasing food would increase.—
P.R. Lockhart,
Hartford Courant,
10 July 2025
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The rum has been produced by Compañía Licorera de Nicaragua since 1890.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Pakistan, like many countries, is currently negotiating with the Trump Administration in effort to achieve a trade deal and avoid high tariffs.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
8 July 2025
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The non-stick surface is also achieved naturally, without the use of any chemicals to coat the pan.—
Izzy Baskette,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
14 July 2025
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The Fort Worth district, U.S. congressional district 33, was created after the 2012 census and is represented by Democrat Marc Veasey.—
Rachel Royster
July 14,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 July 2025
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That compels people to shell out somewhere between $2,500 and $3,000 for courtside seats for a summer league game, as people did Thursday.—
David Aldridge,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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So she still feels compelled to speak up for these fellow children of God.—
Scott Maxwell,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 July 2025
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At the time of his death, Nash’s estate was estimated to be worth $100,000, which is about $2.3 million today.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 July 2025
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First seen barreling toward the camera at speeds only the most brazen digital effects house could estimate, this mutt runs like the wind and pounces like an anvil with hairy legs and a neat red cape.—
Michael Phillips,
Chicago Tribune,
9 July 2025
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Teens benefit most from opportunities that blend rigorous academics or real-world work, meaningful mentorship, and hands-on projects — experiences that build skills and confidence long after college applications are done.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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For instance, social connection lifts our mood and benefits health overall — and friends can hold people accountable when building new, healthy habits.—
Rhitu Chatterjee,
NPR,
14 July 2025
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But compared to the heights of the Ezell raids, these numbers seem small by comparison.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 July 2025
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Her youngest daughter, in particular, seemed stunned, letting out a scream more suited to seeing something out of a horror movie.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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Keep scrolling to check out the best Prime member-only deals, then head to Amazon to shop the full sale.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
9 July 2025
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There was Jordan Romano, head down and hands on his knees in a pose far too familiar, and history was still unfolding behind him.—
Matt Gelb,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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“Make.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/make. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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