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make

[meyk] / meɪk /










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Researchers have struggled for generations to make any progress in treatments.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026

We look at the details in the season finale that make it so.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

The highest gas prices in the country are making it tougher for some gig drivers to make a living.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

The vetting agency also only provides recommendations to officials at the Foreign Office - they don't make decisions about who gets what job.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

I got my complexion and freckles from his side of the family, but, sure as hell, I’m Native enough to make Custer nervous.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith