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make a racket

To cause a lot of noisy disturbance.

I wish the kids playing in the street wouldn't make such a racket while I'm trying to take a nap.

make a scene

make a stir

To act hysterically; attract unfavorable attention.

I didn't want Kate to make a scene in front of all of those people, so I gave her the money she wanted.

make a splash

To cause a sensation.

The brilliant young pianist, barely 14 years old, made quite a splash on the concert circuit.

make a stab at

To try doing something at random without sufficient preparation.

The singer was not familiar with the aria but she decided to make a stab at it anyhow.

make a stand

To take a firm position on an issue.

He keeps talking about politics hut he never makes a stand for what he believes in.

To take up a defensive position against the enemy.

The retreating troops decided to make a stand by the river.

make a touch

To borrow money; try to borrow money.

He is known to make a touch whenever he is hard up for cash.

make a virtue of necessity

Make the best of things as they are; do cheerfully what you do.

After Mr. Wilson lost all his money, he made a virtue of necessity and found a new and interesting life as a teacher.

make after

To chase something; run after something.

The mouse escaped from the kitchen corner and the cat made after it.