make for
phrasal 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.
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This soft olive green shade makes for a lovely bathroom paint color whether used on the walls or a vanity.
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Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2024
What’s more, their cotton blend makes for a breathable fit that’s sturdy and stretchy.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 27 Oct. 2024
This makes for a distracting dynamic on the low end.
—PCMAG, 27 Oct. 2024
You’re constantly torn between form and function – not everything that looks swell necessarily makes for a sweet ride, and vice versa.
—New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2024
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Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2024
What’s more, their cotton blend makes for a breathable fit that’s sturdy and stretchy.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 27 Oct. 2024
This makes for a distracting dynamic on the low end.
—PCMAG, 27 Oct. 2024
You’re constantly torn between form and function – not everything that looks swell necessarily makes for a sweet ride, and vice versa.
—New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for make for
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“Make for.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/make%20for. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
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