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.

Examples of make for in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This season is all about polish meeting performance, with sculptural silhouettes, cozy textures, and sneakers made for all-day, everyday wear. —Erica Paige, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026

Even so, the icing will likely still drip a bit, so leave the iced cookies on the baking sheet before transferring them to a serving platter to make for a cleaner presentation. —Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026

Our tester previously reported that an older version of this style made for an excellent running shoe, providing balanced cushioning that resulted in even strides and considerable stability. —Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 10 Jan. 2026

The seeming impossibility of Shane and Ilya’s homosexual love affair makes for an enjoyable sort of narrative edging. —Naomi Fry, New Yorker, 10 Jan. 2026

Rhymes for make for

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