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make time
Proceed rapidly, as in We have to make time if we don't want to miss the first part of the movie . This usage alludes to compensating for lost time. [First half of 1800s] Also see make good time .
make time for . Arrange one's schedule for doing something or seeing someone, as in Harold always manages to make time for tennis , or I'm pretty busy, but I can make time for you tomorrow morning .
make time with . Court or flirt with someone, as in Jerry is trying to make time with Beth . [ Slang ; first half of 1900s]
Example Sentences
The 47-year-old also said he had learned it was important to make time for activities which he knew would make him feel better.
"That means a lot. I'll make time. I've got gratitude for that," he said.
Wilson also introduced a bill to implement a voluntary work program for prisoners, intending to allow inmates to request work assignments, which, in turn, would make time for classes and other rehabilitative activities.
Even before I was making any waves on the big stage in boxing, when I was fighting lower on cards, he'd always stop, make time and say hello.
Even superheroes make time for family dinners.
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