make up
Example Sentences
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Though Latinos make up about 40% of the state’s population and are California’s largest ethnic group, they historically have lower turnout in elections and are underrepresented in government.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
The proposed closures, within the next two years, make up just under a quarter of the total.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
The Canadian rock duo make up Angine de Poitrine, which translates from French to angina pectoris — a condition of chest pressure caused by spasms of the heart.
From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026
Instead, retail is expected to be a major force and to make up for the limits of demand coming from traditional Wall Street players.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
“And I like the job fixing the park. It feels good to, like, do something to make up for what happened.”
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
