making up
Example Sentences
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Wolff is an imperfect source; he’s previously been accused of making up quotes.
From Slate ● Aug. 21, 2026
The UAE is also Iran's third largest export destination, making up 12 percent of its exports, totalling more than $7 billion.
From Barron's ● Aug. 20, 2026
AI has continued to become a more meaningful growth engine for Lenovo with AI-related revenue in the quarter making up 35% of the total.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026
Spending on health increased by £1.5bn to £21.1bn, making up 17% of expenditure.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
“Oh, I don’t believe anything they say. They don’t want to lose our business, so they’re making up all kinds of crazy stories.”
From "Rickshaw Girl" by Mitali Perkins
