makes way

Definition of makes waynext
present tense third-person singular of make way

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for makes way
Verb
  • The wraparound design stays securely in place thanks to an adjustable strap, which helps to relieve discomfort on the neck, chin, and back.
    Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
  • When the weather turns chilly, plants naturally enter a state of dormancy and draw energy down from their leaves and stems into their roots, which helps plants survive the cold without damage.
    Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Unlike flip-style Razr models, this device opens outward into a tablet-like form factor built for productivity and immersive media.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Season 10 opens in the shadow of a devastating explosion, with the women left to pick up the pieces.
    Okla Jones, Essence, 6 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Norman is a finalist for Hayden’s Ferry Review’s Poetry Contest, a Best of the Net nominee, and occasionally facilitates interpersonal dynamics at Stanford GSB.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Rentals The easiest place to secure gear rentals is through Winter Park Resort, which facilitates reservations for the rental shops at the base of the mountain.
    Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 29 Dec. 2025
Verb
  • Soft-close cabinetry is another staple of 2026 kitchen design, according to the report, a trait that not only aids durability but also prevents jarring noises.
    Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Leaving branches in place until the tree is established yields better foliage growth that aids root establishment in the first year after transplanting.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2025
Verb
  • Sometimes the Fire and Rescue Department assists a farmer/fellow firefighter rescue a cow that had fallen through the ice.
    Jack Perry, The Providence Journal, 5 Jan. 2026
  • This role assists with event and daily parking logistics, coordinates staffing, monitors traffic flow, and helps maintain vendor relationships and customer service standards.
    Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 5 Jan. 2026
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“Makes way.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/makes%20way. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.

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