Example sentences of "[noun] make [adv prt] [prep] the [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | But the winners make up with the size of their winnings what they lack in numbers . |
| 2 | And when I say rock , this is the dynamic blues-Clash-U2-alternative type , not the stuff stadium/metal bands make in between the pubs opening . |
| 3 | Did the bright lights make up for the lack of country life ? |
| 4 | Deep cupboards in both the scullery and pantry house the necessary quantities of glass and china , and deep double sinks in both rooms make up for the lack of the modern dishwasher . |
| 5 | The Government 's claim that students are better off as a result of student loans simply is not true ; nor is it true that loans make up for the loss of income support and housing benefit . |
| 6 | When you weigh it up , would any amount of perks make up for the fact that joining this particular firm involves waking up next to the Prince of Wales or the Duke of York ? |