make history

Idioms  

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

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make history

We’re driven by enthusiasm and the desire to make history; we’ll build our efforts on these foundations.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 2026

After a week of criticism, Cristiano Ronaldo turned up to the party, scoring twice for Portugal against Uzbekistan to make history.

From BBC ● Jun. 24, 2026

It has never won more than twice in a single tournament, so beating Turkey would make history — and a bold statement heading into the next round.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 22, 2026

But that is all about to change as they prepare to make history as the smallest nation ever, by size and population, to take part in a World Cup.

From BBC ● Jun. 14, 2026

And just as Pop Pop predicts, this is the year black women make history at the Miss America pageant.

From "Like Vanessa" by Tami Charles