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

There are splurge-worthy retreats that make for a highly memorable milestone celebration. —Jacqui Gifford, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2025

The family dynamics of the show hadn’t been seen in any other franchise and made for some strong alliances against other members of the cast, as well as intense drama. —Jenni Fink, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025

With resort-style amenities, maintenance-free living and a plan for future care in place — should the need arise — life at The Vi is made for comfort and connection. —Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025

This cake is a New Orleans original typically made for special occasions—and this half-and-half version is a particular favorite. —Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2025

Rhymes for make for

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