making for

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Her decision is making for some uncomfortable home-state politics.

From Slate • May 30, 2026

I already stuck out, given the crazy clothes I loved making for myself.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Stocks were caught up Friday in a whirlwind of market-moving headlines, making for a wild final trading day in a rough month for U.S. equities.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 27, 2026

However, critics claim it does not address the point that public spending watchdog Audit Scotland has been making for years - that fundamental change in how NHS services are provided is overdue.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

“Go and bring him back,” she said, and the monkey, crouching low, darted from one rock to another, making for the little patch of green among the rocks.

From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman