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
Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 1 Apr. 2025
So is Aaron Judge, who couldn’t believe all the fuss that was being made over the Yankees’ new wood.
—Gary Phillips, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2025
Kara Nesvig, Parents, 2 Apr. 2025
The musician worked with home decor company Lulu and Georgia on a makeover that created quiet spaces in an otherwise loud world.
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Mar. 2025
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Verb
Coogler, the acclaimed director whose films have made over $2.6 billion at the global box office, appeared on video to address theater owners, saying the film is his most personal to date.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 1 Apr. 2025
So is Aaron Judge, who couldn’t believe all the fuss that was being made over the Yankees’ new wood.
—Gary Phillips, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2025
Noun
Best for: All ages Get makeovers at your local department store or Sephora.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 2 Apr. 2025
The musician worked with home decor company Lulu and Georgia on a makeover that created quiet spaces in an otherwise loud world.
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for make over
Verb
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Making meaningful connections outside the bounds of your phone can help ground you to reality, and having healthy, in-person relationships with women is key to transforming your mindset away from frustration and blame to ownership and confidence.—
Sam Woodward,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Wilcox, a longtime NBA executive, worked closely with McNair to transform the team’s roster over the past five years.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Lindelof and Ugarte both looked uncomfortable against this, either resorting to aimless long balls or ceding possession in dangerous areas.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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What if this character’s eventual fate is not to hold on to her power, but to cede it to another?—
Proma Khosla,
IndieWire,
12 Apr. 2025
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According to local reports, it had been remodeled several times to update its dance floor, ambiance, lights and sound.—
Griselda Flores,
Billboard,
8 Apr. 2025
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The proposal would remodel and add to a vacant 3,500-square-foot two-story house at 625 Wrelton Drive in Bird Rock, facing Tourmaline Beach.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Apr. 2025
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In 2017, Shannon was the focus of her own WEtv show Mama June: From Not to Hot, which followed her dramatic weight loss transformation.—
McKinley Franklin,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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The depictions of the Penitent Magdalene are no less striking for their transformation over time, through each artist’s imagination—or for beginning with the wrong Mary.—
Eliza Griswold,
New Yorker,
19 Apr. 2025
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However, his time with the Patriots was brief—the team had drafted him with the intention of converting him to another position like defensive back or running back, position changes Gannon resisted.—
Omaid Homayun,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The largest cause of deforestation is a lack of demand for forest products, which causes our forest to be converted to industrial, agricultural, residential uses.—
Rob Marciano,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Instead, each garment or accessory is assigned one or two points.—
Marilú Almaguer,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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In addition to visas, international students are assigned records in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System, or SEVIS.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2025
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Limits: Programming subject to blackout restrictions All offers, programming, promotions, pricing, terms, restrictions & conditions subject to change & may be modified, discontinued, or terminated at any time without notice.—
Danielle Directo-Meston,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Apr. 2025
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FedEx will be open on Good Friday, but some of its services might be modified, according to a 2025 holiday calendar sent to Newsweek.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
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Treatment options for gestational diabetes Treatment for gestational diabetes can range from behavioral modifications, such as diet modification and exercise, to medical management, including oral medications or insulin to control blood sugar, says Dr. Chelliah.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
18 Apr. 2025
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For the last five years, veterinary and animal care staff at the zoo provided the gorilla with support such as medications, physical therapy, environmental modifications, and consultations with specialists.—
Pioneer Press,
Twin Cities,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Make over.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/make%20over. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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