make friends
Example Sentences
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She told jurors that her near-constant social media use "really affected my self-worth," saying the apps led her to abandon hobbies, struggle to make friends and constantly measure herself against others.
From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026
"It must be such a lovely way to make friends and share stories."
From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026
Seven out of 10 students surveyed by College Pulse in 2023 said they primarily join extracurricular activities to make friends and build social connections.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026
For parents, the ability to make friends and use cooperative skills can be vital.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2026
I think back to what she said when she was doing my makeup, about it being hard to make friends at her new school.
From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish
