making for

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Her decision is making for some uncomfortable home-state politics.

From Slate • May 30, 2026

It’ll almost certainly be the sixth consecutive quarter of double-digit EPS growth, making for the longest streak since 2011.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

The stock has gained 40.6% over that period, making for its best three-day stretch since Dec. 5, 2024, according to Dow Jones Market Data.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

China's AI moment has been in the making for some time.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

“Beatrice, they are making for the open deck,” I explained.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck