make for

verb

made for; making for; makes for

1

: to go toward (a place) quickly

Everyone made for the exit as soon as the show was over.

After he left the office he made straight for home.

2

: to cause (something) to happen or to be more likely

Courtesy makes for safer driving.

Examples of make for in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The dolphin costumes and bucket of fish make for fun physical humor, like Hernandez hitting Colin Jost with a fish. —Rima Parikh, Vulture, 10 May 2026

Sturdy flower stems make for excellent cut flowers. —Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 10 May 2026

But with a lot of hydration, proper nutrition, and Parks and Recreation rewatches in her down time, it’s made for an easy recovery routine for Rooney as the Frost fight to stay alive in the playoffs. —Staff Report, Twin Cities, 9 May 2026

That showcase amenity — a lazy river-style pool made for long summer days and nights — sits at the foot of the home’s lush and terraced backyard. —David Caraccio may 9, Sacbee.com, 9 May 2026

Rhymes for make for

• albacore
• alongshore
• antiwar
• anymore
• carnivore
• commodore
• dinosaur
• evermore
• furthermore
• guarantor
• herbivore
• heretofore