as in potential
often makings plural
the basic elements from which something can be developed
she has all the makings of an excellent leader, but she needs some experience first
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as in producing
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 achieving
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
we finally made it!
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as in creating
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 fulfilling
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 forcing
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 estimating
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 constructing
to form by putting together parts or materials
make a model airplane
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as in seeming
to give the impression of being
the family made merry despite their financial worries
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as in heading
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 enacting
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 earning
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 knowing
to have a clear idea of
what do you make of the latest information?
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as in shutting
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 making
Cathy Kozlowicz, Journal Sentinel, 5 Nov. 2024
Lambert was theatrical and gregarious and a celebrity of his own making — someone who’d come from nothing and become well-known in the art world, Kilcullen said.
—Tim Stelloh, NBC News, 4 Nov. 2024
Samantha Reynolds, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
That might be the difference between making the playoffs and not making the playoffs.
—Sahadev Sharma, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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There will also be cookie decorating, holiday craft making and an opportunity for people to make a card for the troops overseas.
—Cathy Kozlowicz, Journal Sentinel, 5 Nov. 2024
Lambert was theatrical and gregarious and a celebrity of his own making — someone who’d come from nothing and become well-known in the art world, Kilcullen said.
—Tim Stelloh, NBC News, 4 Nov. 2024
Verb
That means not just naming your values and putting them in a frame on the boardroom wall, but also making a real effort to create and share stories that speak to those values.
—Samantha Reynolds, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
That might be the difference between making the playoffs and not making the playoffs.
—Sahadev Sharma, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for making
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Without exploration, there’s a greater potential to be misaligned with a job or responsibility that isn’t motivating.Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Or opt for the Cassie Crossbody handbag, which marries a classic top-handle bag shape with a convertible chain strap for limitless styling potential.Claire Sullivan, WWD, 2 Dec. 2024
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But with new run concepts and personnel, and both teams ranking top five nationally in red zone touchdown rate with Army QB Bryson Daily producing 29 TD’s (tied for most in FBS), odds are there is more scoring than expected in the 125th edition of ‘America’s Game’.Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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These projects not only tap in to demand for aged single malts but also enhance the brands’ legacies by producing new, exclusive releases.Anthony Zhang, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The goal of a successful exit includes financial gain, strategic transition, and achieving personal goals.Melissa Houston, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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As healthcare providers and suppliers position themselves to succeed in the race to value, their ability to utilize data and advanced technology will determine their success in navigating this complex landscape and achieving sustainable growth.Premier Contributor, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Brands are being more creative in their personalization efforts, from offering more customizable products to creating unique opportunities for consumers to engage with their brands based on interests and past behavior.Michael Benedek, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The movement components feature a variety of finishes, including circular graining, sandblasting, and black rhodium coating, creating a visually striking contrast with the white case.Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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These options keep top talent engaged while fulfilling their career aspirations.Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Their vision is to create a strong, connected network that supports mothers in every stage of their expatriate journey, making relocation both rewarding and fulfilling.Christine Michel Carter, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Specifically, the Biden administration directed federal agencies to prioritize the restoration of these species and other native fish populations, estimating that these efforts would bring more than $1 billion in new federal investments to the region.Sharon Udasin, The Hill, 5 Dec. 2024
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Here are some general rules for estimating the elasticities of both supply and demand.Bill Conerly, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The thousands of news articles profiling her over the years rarely failed to mention her diminutive size, juxtaposing the seeming frailty of her 105-pound frame with her fiery prose.Amber Hunt, The Enquirer, 10 Dec. 2024
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There is a final scene that both calls back to a quick, earlier bit with a boy who works in a restaurant, and centers on the three women, finally seeming at peace.Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024
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States including Massachusetts and Tennessee are now looking into enacting their own version of the system.Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Sometimes plotting a fantasy feels as naughty as enacting it.Stephen Kearse, TIME, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Making.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/making. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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