make it up

Example Sentences

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Again, the author has to make it up as she goes.

From The Wall Street Journal

Those hoping to make it up to the Southern California mountains to enjoy the fresh snow are advised to take advantage of Wednesday afternoon’s window of calm weather to make the trip, said weather service meteorologist Rose Schoenfeld.

From Los Angeles Times

“I’m not sure I can make it up to the road.”

From Literature

“Look, I didn’t make it up,” said Nighthand.

From Literature

“I’ve been horrid to you. I’ll make it up somehow.”

From Literature