make for

meɪk fɔːr
made for
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Translation of make for from English into Dutch

Phrasal verb

tr.
1.

movement

move towards a place or destination
gaan naar zich begeven naar op weg gaan naar
  • They made for the exit quickly.Ze gingen snel naar de uitgang.
2.

causation

help to bring about an outcome
  • Her efforts made for a successful event.Haar inspanningen droegen bij aan een succesvol evenement.
3.

help argument

Rare
support or strengthen an idea
Rare
  • The evidence makes for a strong argument.Het bewijs ondersteunt een sterk argument.
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Synonyms and analogies of make for in English

Examples of make for in a sentence

  • The hikers made for the mountain peak at dawn.
  • The new policy makes for a more efficient workflow.
  • His positive attitude makes for a pleasant work environment.
  • These statistics make for a compelling case.
  • His testimony makes for a convincing narrative.

Translations of "make for" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Verb
zorgen voorv.

Their unique attributes and attire make for fun and interesting characters.

Hun unieke attributen en kleding zorgen voor leuke en interessante karakters.

leiden totv.

You know, hemophobia can make for a pretty rough surgical rotation.

Weet je, hemofobie kan leiden tot een behoorlijk ruwe chirurgische rotatie.

gaan naarv.

We'll block the line, make for that main road, pick up a car... there.

We blokkeren 't spoor en gaan naar de weg.

bijdragen aanv.

"It is great to see the impact we can make for the families in these types of situations."

Het is fijn om te zien dat we met de WakaWaka's een steentje kunnen bijdragen aan de verschrikkelijke situaties waar de families zich in bevinden.

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Other translations for make for:

  • versterkenv.
  • maken voor

make for: Examples and translations in context

Working as a team of experts can make for a resounding success.

Werkend als team kunnen experts samen zorgen voor een klinkend resultaat.

The plush gardens and lawns around the mansion make for great picnics.

De zachte tuinen en gazons rond de mansion zorgen voor grote picknicks.

The present amino acids make for an accelerated absorbation of the nitrogen.

De aanwezige aminozuren zorgen voor een versnelde opname van de stikstof.

A padded carry handle and cushioned straps make for comfortable carrying.

Een gevoerd handvat en gewatteerde riemen zorgen voor comfortabel dragen.

Strong bonds make for a healthy and supportive home life.

Sterke onderlinge banden zorgen voor een gezonde en ondersteunende thuissituatie.

Pocket sprung mattresses and divan bases make for a comfortable nights sleep.

Pocketvering matrassen en divan bases zorgen voor een comfortabele nachtrust.

Variations on the traditional layout make for a more engaging experience.

Variaties op de traditionele lay-out zorgen voor een boeiendere ervaring.

The fishing boats in the harbor make for a great industrial look.

De vissersboten in de haven zorgen voor die mooie industriele look.

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