Example sentences of "[noun sg] make for " in BNC.
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| 1 | Does dismissal of God 's existence make for greater openness and enquiry , or does it have the effect of closing the door on trying to understand what is strange or threatening to itself which might be , for example , the claims of other religions ? |
| 2 | The family says the seats are lovely and comfy , I say the driving position is good and commanding and the light , quick steering and instant V8 torque make for an effortless drive . |
| 3 | The guitar 's low profile , slight body and super-thin neck make for a very lightweight playing experience and I could n't detect any balance problems , either . |
| 4 | ‘ Computerised control and an electromagnetic powder clutch make for the world 's first CVT with anti-lock brakes ’ |
| 5 | Its wit , neoclassic charm and sparkling score make for a work that appeals to all , young or old … and a dreadful warning too ! |
| 6 | But the play 's compassion and mordant comedy make for compelling viewing . |
| 7 | What can be added , however , is that structural aspects of the world capitalist economy make for the dependency of developing on developed countries — a fact which tends to perpetuate inequalities . |
| 8 | Remnants of Wales ' rich industrial past make for a fascinating walk in the Sirhowy Valley . |
| 9 | The confessions , recriminations and bubbling bile of this long night 's drinking into dawn make for increasingly compulsive viewing . |
| 10 | I understand that criticism and controversy make for more interesting articles . |
| 11 | Small numbers combined with attractive hospitality make for a highly sympathetic approach and partners are encouraged to attend together . |
| 12 | The red wines of this region are practically built for winter ; its deep purple colour and woody aroma make for a warming wine . |
| 13 | Similarly , the apparent text of my obsessive orderliness read , ‘ Form and order make for efficiency , and efficiency makes for a well-structured , meaningful life ’ , while the sub-text read , ‘ Unless I impose some form and order on life , I shall lose control , chaos will ensue , and life will become meaningless . ’ |
| 14 | The literary combination of narrative content and picture-language commentary make for powerful communication . |
| 15 | In the long term , the quality of life which the divorced or remarried family make for themselves becomes the most important factor in determining whether any disturbed behaviour persists ( Wallerstein , 1984 ) . |