Example sentences of "make or [vb infin] a " in BNC.
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| 1 | Their whim can make or ruin a reputation . |
| 2 | They can make or break a chef . |
| 3 | Taking on a franchise can make or break a redundant executive |
| 4 | This is a very important stage in the development of a Rottweiler and the breeder can make or break a puppy at this stage . |
| 5 | Her annual garden party , for buyers of fleets of cars and trucks who dealt with her husband , was always a memorable occasion , reported upon in detail by the queen of the social columns of the Tollemarche Advent , a lady who could make or break a local hostess . |
| 6 | Not only does it influence whether or not you fork out the requisite 65p , it can make or break a band . |
| 7 | And allied to this are concerns about ‘ not getting the results ’ and about one 's reputation with colleagues in general , and especially with the senior staff whose opinion can make or break a career . |
| 8 | A scholarly opinion can make or break a picture , as in the case of a Saraceni which we sold in 1989 . |
| 9 | Because of our isolation , a shopkeeper 's demeanour can make or break a mood . |
| 10 | Jenkins was fortunate that he brought with him to the Home Office an intuitive understanding that it is how issues and incidents are handled , more than the policies which are decided upon , that can make or break a Home Secretary 's reputation . |
| 11 | Investment decisions made by just a few organisations can make or break a Supplier . |
| 12 | This and the social side , if any , is what can make or break a holiday . |
| 13 | Second to the influence of the priest or presiding minister is that of the person responsible for the music , for music can make or mar a service as powerfully as anything else . |