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as in transformed
to change in form, appearance, or use
the old factory was completely made over and is now an upscale shopping center
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as in ceded
to give over the legal possession or ownership of
made the deed over to his daughter
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as in remodeled
to make different in some way
just got up one day and decided to make over her hairstyle and her appearance in general
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Recent Examples of made over
The movie made over $33 million on a $17 million budget, which was solid for the time.
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Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Jan. 2026
In both cases, Xcel Energy said the rate increases would cover investments the company has made over the past few years.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 8 Jan. 2026
The Downtown Task Force made over 45 felony arrests in the same period, including 19 suspects who had more than 30 felony warrants.
—S.e. Jenkins, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Those problems often stem from Ross doing the same things over and over, and those poor decisions lead to the same mistakes being made over and over.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
Though Beast Industries made over $400 million in revenue in 2024, MrBeast said that the company wasn't profitable due to the high production costs in its media segment.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
These decisions are made over and over again as AI is developed and deployed.
—Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025
Every move Rosalía has made over the past three years while crafting Lux has been considered, intentional and entirely in her own world.
—Dan Rys, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2025
Small but consistent gains made over time through compounding can supercharge your wealth.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2025
Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Jan. 2026
In both cases, Xcel Energy said the rate increases would cover investments the company has made over the past few years.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 8 Jan. 2026
The Downtown Task Force made over 45 felony arrests in the same period, including 19 suspects who had more than 30 felony warrants.
—S.e. Jenkins, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Those problems often stem from Ross doing the same things over and over, and those poor decisions lead to the same mistakes being made over and over.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
Though Beast Industries made over $400 million in revenue in 2024, MrBeast said that the company wasn't profitable due to the high production costs in its media segment.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
These decisions are made over and over again as AI is developed and deployed.
—Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025
Every move Rosalía has made over the past three years while crafting Lux has been considered, intentional and entirely in her own world.
—Dan Rys, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2025
Small but consistent gains made over time through compounding can supercharge your wealth.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for made over
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Working with exhibition designer Cécile Degos, Anderson transformed Gagosian’s storefront space into a veritable life-size Cornell box, inviting visitors into Cornell’s studio in the basement of his family’s home on Utopia Parkway in Queens.—
Stephanie Sporn,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Jan. 2026
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So, what started as manageable balances for many people has since transformed into serious financial burdens.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
7 Jan. 2026
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Europe has already ceded plenty of ground to keep the US on-side.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
9 Jan. 2026
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Failing to even make the playoffs, the Chiefs ceded the favorite spot to the Philadelphia Eagles after Week 11.—
Scott Phillips,
New York Times,
5 Jan. 2026
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Almost all of our neighbors have remodeled over the years and gone to double-pane windows, which screen out a lot of noise.—
Inga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Jan. 2026
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The main arena has 25% more seating, bringing the total to around 1,000, and the player lounge has been remodeled.—
Myah Taylor,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Jan. 2026
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Seguin converted a fake punt for a first down late in the fourth — Polk to Smith — to move the ball to the 25.—
Cody Thorn,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Nov. 2025
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The interior includes a forward cabin, private head and shower, and mid-cabin area that can be converted to a berth for guests.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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Jaramillo, who was assigned to the Kendall District Station, was working the crash when Steven David Rustrian, a 21-year-old involved in the collision, began arguing with him.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
8 Nov. 2025
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While no blame was assigned, the hearings were open to the public and often gave interested parties, including family members of the person killed, their first opportunity for answers.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
8 Nov. 2025
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Over time, from edition to edition, the aesthetic of its illustrations changed.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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This loss had to be especially tough for the Jayhawks, considering a controversial holding call on KU changed the momentum of the game.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
9 Nov. 2025
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The remains will be transferred to Israel and to the national forensic institute for identification.—
NPR,
NPR,
9 Nov. 2025
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Investigators also found that thousands of dollars had been successfully transferred from Tammy's bank account to Tara's Cash App account.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
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The vaccines on the schedule that the CDC has altered were backed up by extensive safety research when they were evaluated and approved by the FDA.—
Arthur Allen,
NPR,
9 Jan. 2026
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Five years on, Sierra-at-Tahoe has returned to full seasons and familiar rituals, even as the landscape — and the way people ski it — has been permanently altered.—
Mark Billingsley,
Sacbee.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Made over.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/made%20over. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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