make for

make for(
meyk
 
for
)
A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
transitive verb phrase
a. dirigirse hacia
As I made for the stairs, I realized I had locked my keys in my apartment.En cuanto me dirigí hacia la escalera, me di cuenta de que había cerrado las llaves en mi apartamento.
b. ir hacia
The robber made for the exit, but the police cut him off.El ladrón fue hacia la salida, pero la policía le cortó el paso.
a. hacer que sea
Not having the right tools makes for difficult work.No tener las herramientas apropiadas hace que el trabajo sea duro.
b. contribuir a
That kind of negativity doesn't make for a productive work environment.Ese tipo de negatividad no contribuye a un ambiente laboral productivo.
a. abalanzarse sobre
The man snarled and made for Enrique, but he managed to step out of the way.El hombre gruñó y se abalanzó sobre Enrique, pero él logró esquivarlo.
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