makings
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We don’t see the makings of a lasting rally, but with sentiment and positioning this one-sided, the setup for a sharp countertrend bounce is hard to ignore.
From Barron's • Dec. 26, 2025
Aldi’s box, at $40 for 10 people, also includes the makings for green bean casserole and a pumpkin pie with whipped topping.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 22, 2025
In front of Wirtz, Ektike has the makings of a genuine, out-and-out centre forward Liverpool simply did not have before because of Darwin Nunez's shortcomings.
From BBC • Aug. 10, 2025
Calabasas has the makings of a dynamic offensewith receiver Kingston Celifie and running back Kayne Miller, who rushed for more than 1,200 yards.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 1, 2025
Boys and girls, do we have the makings of a dancer here?
From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
