makings

Example Sentences

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

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

The match in Rabat, between two of the continent's leading nations, had the makings of the tie of the round but never quite lived up to its billing.

From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026

If they used his resources wisely, the Blue Jays had all the makings of a powerhouse.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 21, 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

The dog, the trees, the little house all alone on the top of a hill—this, Genie thought, was definitely the makings of a scary movie.

From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds