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.

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Expensive nursery schools are where kids are expected to learn and make friends. Judith Levy, Sun Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026 However, this sudden change will give Christophe the opportunity to discover new passions like swimming and music, and to make friends who will forever mark his life. Zac Ntim, Deadline, 18 Aug. 2026 Therapy that helped him make friends and control outbursts caused by Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has nearly disappeared, Garcia said. Larry Seward, CBS News, 31 July 2026 Expect to brush knees with whoever’s at the rattan stool next to you and make friends. Maggie Turner, Air Mail, 25 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for make friends

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“Make friends.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/make%20friends. Accessed 27 Aug. 2026.

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