makings

/ ˈmeɪkɪŋz /

plural noun

1. potentials, qualities, or materials

   he had the makings of a leader

2. Also called: rollings. slang,  the tobacco and cigarette paper used for rolling a cigarette

3. profits; earnings

Example Sentences

He hasn't done it much before, but Ekitike has the makings of a Slot left-winger.

From BBC

Put them all together in an RV, and on a series of golf courses, and you’ve got the makings of a modern family comedy.

From Los Angeles Times

Even before first pitch, Friday had the makings of a high-scoring affair.

From Los Angeles Times

The grainy 19-second YouTube video that started it all hardly had the makings of a viral sensation.

From Los Angeles Times

At 5-1 down on aggregate, it had all the makings of a long and painful night for Spanish boss Emery and his players as they were punished by this brutally brilliant PSG.

From BBC

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