MAKES WAY Synonyms: 54 Similar and Opposite Words

makes way

verb

present tense third-person singular of make way

as in unstops

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The side part also helps to define her cheekbones as the soft, silky color frames her face.

— Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 22 July 2026
Accurate forecasting helps governments plan emergency responses and businesses manage risk.

— Andreas Bubenzer-Paim, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

Definition of helps

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Meanwhile, an emerging beauty crossover — whereby eyewear forms a part of daily rituals — opens new avenues for growth.

— Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 20 July 2026
Including your horse starting to move forward just before the gate opens, then hitting the side of the stall and spotting the field several lengths.

— Jay Posner, Los Angeles Times, 19 July 2026

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The platform replaces disjointed, manual procedures with a single, adaptable system that facilitates real-time coordination between brands, suppliers, retailers, third-party inspection service providers and even testing labs.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 17 July 2026
Pushing for personhood The world’s first embryo adoption program was launched in 1997 by Nightlight Christian Adoptions, which also facilitates traditional domestic and international adoptions.

— Risa Cromer, The Conversation, 17 July 2026

Definition of facilitates

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The product’s ceramide inclusion is also joined by skin care’s workhorse hyaluronic acid, antioxidant-rich vitamins C and E, plus sea buckthorn, which aids with brightening and thereby remedies dark spots.

— Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 17 July 2026
Lemon balm, which aids sleep by promoting relaxation and reducing anxiety.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson July 17, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026

Definition of aids

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The Store is a free-referral grocery store that assists families experiencing food insecurity.

— Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 20 July 2026
The two were active-duty Soldiers who were supporting Operation Inherent Resolve, which assists partner forces in securing a lasting defeat of ISIS.

— Natassia Paloma, USA Today, 20 July 2026

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