makings

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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent declined to confirm any agreement but said that "we perhaps have the makings of a deal here."

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

The idea of the government watching you is not just the makings of an Orwell novel or a political thriller.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

“This is all the makings of the most hated V-shaped rally again,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

Initially thinking it had the makings of a short film, Dunlop thought the reality format was something to consider as the genre gained traction in the early aughts.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

He had one leg too short, and the makings of a humpback, but he moved forward toward her with surprising speed and nimbleness.

From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman