make time for (someone)

idiom

: to cause an amount of one's time to be available to do something for or with (someone)
No matter how busy he was, Grandpa always made time for us.

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In other words, get those steps, but also make time for mobility and strength training. Will Stone, NPR, 14 Aug. 2025 Be able to pour into themselves and just make time for them, especially in this climate. Keyaira Boone, Essence, 7 Aug. 2025 Focus on things that bring you joy Being kind to yourself also includes intentional efforts to make time for self-care. Maia Niguel Hoskin, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025 Try heading to bed a bit earlier and waking up 10 minutes sooner to make time for a solid start to your day. 4. Fred Sassani, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for make time for (someone)

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“Make time for (someone).” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/make%20time%20for%20%28someone%29. Accessed 5 Sep. 2025.

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