SINCE 1828
make for
phrasal verb
made for;
making for;
makes for
Definition of make 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.
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