make something of

Verb

To transform (an object or person) into something worthwhile. / To develop an understanding or interpretation of.

Japanese Meaning

何か（または誰か）を価値あるものへと変える / 何かに解釈や理解を与える

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Google Translation / DeepL Translation

少しの忍耐があれば、その古いギターを価値あるものに変えて、新たな命を吹き込むことができます。

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Sense（1）

To transform (an object or person) into something worthwhile.

My thousand a year is not merely a matter of dirty bank-notes and jaundiced guineas. […] I was determined to make something of it better than a fine old house to live in, than satin gowns to wear.

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Sense（2）

To develop an understanding or interpretation of.

No doubt your head aches, trying to make something of my description.

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Sense（3）

To insist on or emphatically challenge (a point or topic, especially one which may be a subject of disagreement).

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makes something of

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making something of

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made something of

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made something of

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