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Do/Make
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Do vs. Make
Do
/duː/
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Perform an action or task; execute something
Examples:
Old Mrs Smith
did
not invite you, I am sure.
I don't know what I'm
doing
."
'Then it
does
not make sense!' '
Synonyms:
perform
execute
accomplish
Antonyms:
cease
stop
halt
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Make
/meɪk/
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To create, produce, or cause something to happen or exist
Examples:
Frank knows how to
make
a chair.
I'm
making
lunch now.
They
made
a fool of him, made him cry.
Synonyms:
create
produce
construct
build
form
Antonyms:
destroy
ruin
demolish
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Ways to tell them apart:
Do
often relates to the execution of tasks, actions, or duties that are repetitive or part of everyday life.
Make
is typically used when talking about creating or constructing something tangible or intangible.
Remember
do
for tasks or jobs, like doing homework or doing the laundry.
Use
make
for creating, producing, or causing an effect, like making a cake or making a decision.
Do
is more about activities, while
make
often produces a result or a product.
When to use do:
When to use make:
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