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Phrase(s): make something for someone or something
to prepare something for someone or something. • I made a big bowl of fruit salad for the visitors. • James made a cake for the party., Phrase(s): make for somewhere
to set out for somewhere; to run or travel to somewhere. • Wilbur made for Philadelphia when he heard the police in the Big Apple were after him. • Barlowe made for the stairs, but two shots rang out, and he knew it was all over for Mary., Phrase(s): make (out) for someone or something
to run toward someone, something, or some place. • They made out for Sam as soon as they saw him coming. • The boys made for the swimming pool as soon as the coach blew the whistle.
McGrawhill's American Idioms And Phrasal Verbs
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1. Have or cause to have a particular effect; also, help promote or further. For example, That letter of yours will make for hard feelings in the family, or This system makes for better communication. [Early 1500s] 2. Go toward, as in They turned around and made for home. This usage originated in the late 1500s, but was not widely used until the 1800s. Also see MADE FOR.
American Heritage Idioms