make a pass at

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Definition of make a pass at

: to do or say something that clearly shows one wants to begin a romantic or sexual relationship with (someone) He made a pass at his wife's friend.

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make an unsuccessful run for

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make a/one's selection

make a pig's ear (out) of

make a pig of oneself

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