CEFR B1

make up

phrasal verb

Meaning

To reconcile or become friends again after a disagreement or argument.

Examples

They often argue, but they always make up quickly.
It's important to make up after a fight so feelings don't linger.

Synonyms: reconcile, patch up, resolve differences, bury the hatchet

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make up (B1)

phrasal verb

Pronunciation: /meɪk ʌp/

Definition

To reconcile or become friends again after a disagreement or argument.

Examples

They often argue, but they always make up quickly.
It's important to make up after a fight so feelings don't linger.
The siblings decided to make up and enjoy the rest of their vacation together.

How to Use make up

make up (with someone) (phrasal verb): To reconcile with someone after an argument. — "They had a disagreement but quickly made up with each other."
make up (something) (phrasal verb): To invent a story, excuse, or lie. — "He made up a plausible excuse for his absence."
make up (for something) (phrasal verb): To compensate for something lost, missed, or lacking. — "She worked extra hours to make up for the time she took off."
make up (of something) (phrasal verb): To form or constitute something. — "Water is made up of hydrogen and oxygen."
make up one's mind (idiom): To decide. — "It's time to make up your mind about where you want to go."

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