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Definition make up to in British English

make up to phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to behave in a very friendly way towards someone, or to praise them, in order to get something for yourself

Example

She's always making up to the boss - it's quite embarrassing.

2

to do something good that helps someone to feel better after you did something bad to them

Example

I'm really sorry. I'll make it up to you.

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Definition make up to in British English