Словосочетания со словом make. Страница пять

make a name for oneself

To become recognized in a field of endeavor; become a celebrity.

Bill has made a name for himself both as a pianist and as a composer.

Joe has worked so hard at soybean trading that he made quite a name for himself as a trader.

make a night of it

To spend the whole night at an activity.

The boys and girls at the dance made a night of it.

The dog found the door unlatched and made a night of it.

make a nuisance of oneself

To constantly bother others.

The screaming kids made a nuisance of themselves around the swimming pool.

make a pass at

make passes at

Make advances toward a member of the opposite sex (usually man to a woman) with the goal of seducing the person.

We've been dating for four weeks but Joe has never even made a pass at me.

make a pig of oneself

To overindulge; eat too much.

Mary said, "This dessert is so delicious that I am going to make a pig of myself and have some more."

make a play for

To try to get the interest or liking of; flirt with; attract.

Bob made a play for the pretty new girl.

John made a play for the other boys' votes for class president.

make a point

To try hard; make a special effort. Used with of and a verbal noun.

He made a point of remembering to get his glasses fixed.

He made a point of thanking his hostess before he left the party.

make a practice of

To make a habit of; do regularly.

Make a practice of being on time for work.