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make them being
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase 'make them being' is not a correct phrase in English.
To use a similar phrase, you could say 'make them be'. For example, "We need to make them be more productive in their work."
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Alternative expressions(4)
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
60 human-written examples
ITV and Channel 4 submitted research to the government that retransmission fees from Sky and Virgin Media could make them £121m and £75m annually respectively.
News & Media
South last season, but a victory against the Panthers (6-9) would make them 6-0 in the division this year.
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Make them 1/2 to 3/4" thick.
News & Media
Also in Figure 1b and d I'd make them 2 and 5 µm.
Science
Move them 3 down and make them 1 bigger.
Wiki
Instead of 4-6 makeures, make them 8-10 measures long!
Wiki
In the example 23 and 32, the exponents are 3 and 2 - adding one to each will make them 4 and 3. Multiply the modified exponents together.
Wiki
For a small trebuchet, you may want to make them 1 foot (30 cm) long; for a larger trebuchet, they can be longer.
Wiki
CD44 co-localizes in the plasma membrane of cancer cells with ABCB1 and ABCG2, and HA antagonists rapidly induce internalization of these transporters and CD44 to make them ineffective [ 34, 52, 54].
Science
Virginians went Mr. Obama's way, 64-35, making them 38 points braver than Californians.
News & Media
They are 6-2 thiseasonon, making them 17-3 in their last 20 games - the best record in the NFL over that stretch.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When you intend to use the phrase "make them being", double-check your grammar. The correct form is typically "make them be" followed by an adjective or a noun that describes the state you wish them to be in. For example, "make them happy".
Common error
A common mistake is using a gerund (being) after "make" when a base form of the verb is required. Remember to use "make them be" and then specify the desired state or condition.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "make them being" is an incorrect grammatical construction. Ludwig AI confirms that the phrase doesn't conform to standard English grammar rules. A correct alternative is "make them be", where "be" takes the base form of the verb after "make".
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "make them being" is grammatically incorrect in standard English. Ludwig AI flags this construction as erroneous, suggesting the correct form is "make them be". Due to its incorrectness, it lacks a defined communicative purpose and is unsuitable for formal or professional contexts. When aiming to express causation or transformation, ensure to use the grammatically correct form "make them be" followed by an appropriate adjective or noun.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
make them be
Corrects the grammar by using the base form of the verb "be" after "make".
cause them to be
Replaces "make" with "cause" and uses the infinitive form "to be" for grammatical accuracy.
ensure they are
Shifts the focus to ensuring a state of being, using "are" to agree with "they".
get them to be
Uses "get" instead of "make" but maintains the correct infinitive form "to be".
have them be
Employs "have" in a causative sense, requiring the base form "be".
make them into
Changes the sentence structure to involve transformation. Requires a noun after 'into'.
force them to be
Implies coercion, using 'force' to suggest compelling someone to adopt a certain state.
compel them to be
A more formal synonym of force, suggesting strong persuasion.
require them to be
Suggests a requirement or obligation.
arrange for them to be
Focuses on the act of making arrangements or preparations.
FAQs
What is the correct way to use "make" followed by a verb?
When using "make" in a causative sense, follow it with the object (them) and the base form of the verb. For example, the correct phrase is "make them be", not "make them being".
What can I say instead of "make them being"?
Consider using phrases like "make them be", "cause them to be", or "ensure they are" depending on the context.
Is "make them being" grammatically correct?
No, "make them being" is not grammatically correct in standard English. The correct form is "make them be".
How does the meaning change if I use "make them be" instead of "make them being"?
Using "make them be" creates a grammatically sound sentence, expressing the act of causing someone to be in a certain state. "Make them being" doesn't convey a clear meaning and is not recognized as correct English.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
60%
Authority and reliability
1.2/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested