Make For (Verb)
Meaning
Cause to happen or to occur as a consequence; "I cannot work a miracle"; "wreak havoc"; "bring comments"; "play a joke"; "The rain brought relief to the drought-stricken area".
Classification
Verbs of sewing, baking, painting, performing.
Examples
- Her inexperience will make for a difficult adjustment to the new job.
- Cold weather will make for a rough winter for the homeless.
- The rain will make for an ideal environment for the plants to grow.
- This new policy will make for a significant increase in revenue.
- The changes to the law will make for more severe punishments for offenders.