1
as in to transform
to change in form, appearance, or use
the old factory was completely made over and is now an upscale shopping center
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2
as in to cede
to give over the legal possession or ownership of
made the deed over to his daughter
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3
as in to remodel
to make different in some way
just got up one day and decided to make over her hairstyle and her appearance in general
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as in transformation
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Recent Examples of make over
Savannah Leigh Richardson, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
The Ennis House has made over 80 onscreen appearances.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 8 May 2025
Emily Longeretta, Variety, 14 May 2025
Its last makeover was around 10 years ago, led by Michael S. Smith, who redesigned Barack Obama’s Oval Office in 2010.
—Charlie Carballo, Footwear News, 12 May 2025
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Verb
On Friday, the five-time major champion made over 126 feet in putts and picked up +2.774 in strokes gained putting.
—Savannah Leigh Richardson, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
The Ennis House has made over 80 onscreen appearances.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 8 May 2025
Noun
During the makeover challenge episode, the queens were tasked with giving a drag makeover to their parents.
—Emily Longeretta, Variety, 14 May 2025
Its last makeover was around 10 years ago, led by Michael S. Smith, who redesigned Barack Obama’s Oval Office in 2010.
—Charlie Carballo, Footwear News, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for make over
Verb
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The intersection where Floyd took his last breaths was transformed from a gas station and corner store into a living memorial.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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World Chase Tag has transformed the classic game of tag into a high-intensity sport, featuring parkour athletes competing in short, intense chases.—
John Cairney,
Sportico.com,
24 May 2025
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Forced to retreat back deeper in the field thanks to the arrival of Kylian Mbappe, Bellingham has been nowhere near as effective this term as Madrid was bulldozed by FC Barcelona in four Clasicos and lost the Copa del Rey and Super Cup finals to it while also ceding La Liga to the Catalans.—
Tom Sanderson,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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Russia has demanded Ukraine recognize the regions as Russian in order to halt the conflict, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has refused to cede territory to Russia to bring an end to the war.—
Isabel van Brugen,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
Verb
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During the hiatus, the station was repainted and fitted with new lighting, and its restrooms were fully remodeled with new stalls and water fountains.—
Vivienne Serret,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2025
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In 2021, the company remodeled its flagship Boise store at the corner of 15th and State streets, which was built by Safeway in 1950 with a Marina-style rounded roof.—
Angela Palermo,
Idaho Statesman,
17 May 2025
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Prepare for a season of emotional highs, wild epiphanies and transformative experiences Comments Get ready for a summer of transformation, chaos and unforgettable moments!—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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During a speech to a huge crowd, Trzaskowski laid out his vision for a Poland that is inclusive and vowed to work to help develop Polish industry as the nation continues an economic transformation into a regional economic and military power.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 May 2025
Verb
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Months after the expose ran in late 2023, Brand also converted to Christianity and has been outspoken about his new faith.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
30 May 2025
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Entering the final year of his three-year contract with the New Jersey Devils, Haula’s full no-trade protection will convert to a six-team no-trade clause on July 1.—
Harman Dayal,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
Verb
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Deputy Prosecutors Tim Brown and Lindsey Lanham were assigned.—
Meredith Colias-Pete,
Chicago Tribune,
31 May 2025
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When fully staffed, a forecast office typically assigns rotating shifts to 12 or 15 operational workers in order to cover a complete 24-hour schedule.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
31 May 2025
Verb
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Legislative process: What happens next The Senate will modify the bill and will be in constant communication with President Trump and House leaders.—
Mike Sylvester,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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During the 1990s, as telecommunications technology advanced, the Open Meeting Law was modified to permit circumstances in which officials could attend meetings on a remote basis, so long as certain requirements were met.—
Matt Ehling,
Twin Cities,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Rather than automatically raising costs in response to market changes, leaders should consider other methods before making concrete modifications to how the company currently operates.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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In a prolonged round of bipartisan negotiations over the bill, Republicans steadfastly refused to consider adding any provision to rein in Mr. Trump’s involvement in the industry, or make any modification that could interfere with his or his family’s ability to benefit.—
Robert Jimison,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
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“Make over.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/make%20over. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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