He gained confidence after realizing that making a mistake is a natural part of learning.

She spent the afternoon making sure all the lights were turned off before leaving.

The charity's sudden success has been making the news across the country.

The small startup is making news by unveiling a sustainable battery that charges in five minutes.

The program listed 'making one's bow' as the final gesture, leaving several novices unsure of the correct motion.

Decision making under pressure is a crucial skill.

She had all the makings of a great leader, from patience to decisive judgment.

Her calm confidence and quick thinking showed she had the makings of a great leader.

After months away, the singer surprised everyone by making an appearance at the charity concert.

Even though the materials were missing, the prisoners kept making bricks without straw under the overseer's glare.