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make of

VERB
interpret
Synonyms
STRONGEST
clarify construe decipher depict describe enact explain illustrate portray read solve translate understand view
STRONG
adapt annotate comment commentate decode delineate elucidate exemplify explicate expound gather gloss image improvise limn mimic paraphrase perform picture play reenact render represent take
WEAK
spell out throw light on
Antonyms
STRONGEST
confuse disbelieve mix up obscure
STRONG
cloud direct fail misunderstand mystify stop
WEAK
misinterpret

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Chinese officials were unsure what to make of Pete Hegseth’s presence — whether it was meant to convey a softer stance, a hardening one, or simply an ignorance of basic diplomatic protocol.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

I’m curious to know what you make of those criticisms.

From Slate • May 7, 2026

I was curious what ChatGPT would make of another gamble: Leveraged exchange-traded funds.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

The stock is frequently volatile after earnings, as investors decide what to make of the report.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

I walked to my apartment wondering what to make of the conversation.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover

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