make of
phrasal verb
made of; making of; makes of
: to have or form an opinion about (something or someone)
What do you make of this message?
I can't make anything of it at all.
I don't know what to make of her behavior.
He's a strange guy. I don't know quite what to make of him.
Examples of make of in a Sentence
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The Siesta is made of recycled polyester throughout, with a polyester filling.
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Scott Gilbertson Gear Team, WIRED, 28 Apr. 2024
Much has been duly made of the recent reunification of the surviving original lineup of the legendary Sublime at this year’s Coachella, with Jakob Nowell stepping into the iconic frontman role helmed by the elder Nowell until his untimely passing.
—Aaron Davis, Sacramento Bee, 28 Apr. 2024
This spa-style bath mat is made of 100% natural bamboo and can be used both inside and outside of the shower.
—Kate Oczypok, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2024
The planter's morning draft, the julep, was made of rum long before corn whiskey made its appearance.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2024
One half has a metal pallet for a sleeping mat, shower, sink and toilet, also made of metal, Alka Pradhan, Mr. Baluchi’s lawyer, said in court Friday to orient the judge before his visit.
—Carol Rosenberg, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2024
The surviving object was a little smaller than a soda can and made of Inconel, a superalloy that is strong and heat-resistant.
—Bill Chappell, NPR, 23 Apr. 2024
The funeral industry, a $20-billion-annual business, isn’t completely sure what to make of it either.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 22 Apr. 2024
Sports equipment Sports equipment like tennis rackets, basketballs and even bowling balls are common in recycling bins around the metro because they are often made of plastic.
—Natalie Wallington, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2024
Scott Gilbertson Gear Team, WIRED, 28 Apr. 2024
Much has been duly made of the recent reunification of the surviving original lineup of the legendary Sublime at this year’s Coachella, with Jakob Nowell stepping into the iconic frontman role helmed by the elder Nowell until his untimely passing.
—Aaron Davis, Sacramento Bee, 28 Apr. 2024
This spa-style bath mat is made of 100% natural bamboo and can be used both inside and outside of the shower.
—Kate Oczypok, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2024
The planter's morning draft, the julep, was made of rum long before corn whiskey made its appearance.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2024
One half has a metal pallet for a sleeping mat, shower, sink and toilet, also made of metal, Alka Pradhan, Mr. Baluchi’s lawyer, said in court Friday to orient the judge before his visit.
—Carol Rosenberg, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2024
The surviving object was a little smaller than a soda can and made of Inconel, a superalloy that is strong and heat-resistant.
—Bill Chappell, NPR, 23 Apr. 2024
The funeral industry, a $20-billion-annual business, isn’t completely sure what to make of it either.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 22 Apr. 2024
Sports equipment Sports equipment like tennis rackets, basketballs and even bowling balls are common in recycling bins around the metro because they are often made of plastic.
—Natalie Wallington, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2024
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