“make the”

The following 11 entries include the term make the.

make the grade

phrase

: to measure up to some standard : be successful

make the most of

phrase

: to show or use to the best advantage

make the scene

phrase

: to be present at or participate in a usually specified activity or event

make the bed

phrase

: to neatly arrange the sheets, blankets, and bedspread on the bed

make the best of

phrase

: to use (something) in an effective way

make the cut

phrase

: to be among the players allowed to continue playing

make the final/supreme/ultimate sacrifice

phrase

: to die

make the first move

phrase

: to act first

make the introductions

phrase

: to introduce everyone

make the rounds

phrase

: to be passed from one person to another person and become widely known

make the shot

phrase

: to get a ball or puck in the goal aimed for


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  • high school student holding a pencil leaning over a sat test
  • Despite the cacophony, the student tried to study.
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