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make history

Idioms

Do something memorable or spectacular enough to influence the course of history, as in That first space flight made history. [Mid-1800s]

Example Sentences

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Becerra could make history by becoming the first Latino to be elected governor — and the first to lead the state in more than 150 years.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

The two living legends could both make history as the first male players to appear at six World Cups.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Since then, a new generation of Villa fans in Juaben have been "waiting" for the club to make history.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Having these cultural and historical touchstones become anthropomorphized not only takes viewers to places they might not get a chance to visit in person but also to make history more approachable.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

In a very few minutes, Lieutenant Baker’s hunch will make history.

From "Lincoln's Last Days: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever" by Bill O'Reilly

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