Make up (something)
To form something, to compose something, to constitute something.The singing group is made up of five singers.
Make up one`s mind
To decide something.I have not made up my mind about whether or not I will accept the new job.
Make up one’s face
To put on cosmetics or makeup.The woman likes to make up her face before she goes to the store.
Make up for (something)
To compensate for a loss or mistake.We must work hard to make up for last year's poor sales.
Make up for lost time
To do something quickly (because you wasted time before).We had to make up for lost time after wasting several days before starting the project.
Make up
To resolve a quarrel, to forgive someone after an argument.The couple had a big fight at the restaurant but they made up and things quickly got... Read more →
Make (someone’s) blood run cold
To shock or horrify someone.The sight of the injured family in the car accident made my blood run cold.
Make (someone) tick
To motivate someone to behave or act in a certain way.It is difficult to know what makes our boss tick.
Make out (something)
To understand something by making an effort.I can never make out what my friend wants to say when he phones me.
Make out (a report/application)
To fill out a report or application.I worked late last night in order to make out a report for work.