make time

phrase

1

: to travel fast

made fast time

2

: to gain time

have to make time to get to the bank before it closes

3

: to make progress toward winning favor

Xander asks Buffy out again, only to be rebuffed again: "I guess a guy's got to be undead to make time with you."

—Entertainment Weekly

Examples of make time in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

During check-ins, therapists suggest asking what’s working, what feels stressful, whether responsibilities need to shift and whether the couple is still making time for the relationship itself. — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 29 July 2026

Explore Rockland’s Arts Scene Rockland has long been one of Maine’s premier arts destinations, and its museums are well worth making time for. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2026

Back in 2019, the NFL star spoke with People about the importance of making time for his family amidst his busy schedule. — Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 20 July 2026

Despite Monday’s tight schedule, Burnham made time for several important calls with world leaders. — Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 20 July 2026

Rhymes for make time

• aforetime
• allozyme
• anytime
• christmastime
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• isozyme
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• maritime
• mesenchyme
• overtime