make friends

phrase

: to become someone's friend

Sometimes it is hard for children to make new friends.

—often + with

She's very good at making friends with people from all walks of life.

Examples of make friends in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This is the loose canon who loves nothing more than a boozy brunch or last-minute excursion and will make friends with anyone at the drop of a hat. — Olivia Morelli, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Sep. 2026

The membership warehouse club, known for its bulk grocery items and huge packs of home supplies, has joined the likes of bars, churches and parks as a public spot where people socialize, make friends and may spark or renew romance. — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 17 Sep. 2026

My husband, an avid golfer, will meet and, it is hoped, make friends with fellow golf enthusiasts. — R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 4 Sep. 2026

As a shy high schooler, Volpentest joined his school’s track team to make friends, finishing last in every race. — Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026

Rhymes for make friends

• apprehends
• comprehends
• condescends
• dividends
• recommends
• amends
• appends
• ascends
• attends
• befriends
• boyfriends
• commends