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be the making of

Idioms  

  1. Be the means or cause of progress or success, as in Marriage will be the making of him. This idiom, using making in the sense of “advancement,” was first recorded about 1470.

Example Sentences

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Gould said he would repeat the decision to keep the incident under wraps if it were to arise again, while Key believes it will be the "making of" Brook as a captain.

From BBC

When Nina Sparks was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2021, she decided very quickly it was going to be the making of her.

From BBC

Mikel Arteta said Ethan Nwaneri's loan move to Marseille on Friday will be the making of the 18-year-old.

From Barron's

This week in Manchester could be the making of India's new skipper.

From BBC

After that promising run of form, it seemed like last season would be the making of De Ligt.

From BBC

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