Make or Do
Make or Do
It's very
dangerous.
She did very badly on the exam, so she'll have to retake it.
Don't worry about getting everything correct. Just do your best.
It's been a pleasure doing business with you.
I have to go home and do some chores this afternoon.
John has decided to do a course in computing this autumn.
She sat on the sofa, doing a crossword and drinking tea.
The storm has done a lot of damage to the house.
I really hate doing the dishes. I'm hoping to buy a dishwasher this
year.
The little boy spent hours doing a drawing.
He has to do his duty and look after his elderly parents.
I have to do three exams and write a huge essay this term.
Julie likes doing exercise, especially running.
The teacher asked us to do a lot of grammar exercises over the
holidays.
My friend did me a huge favour and lent me some money.
David often spends Sunday afternoons doing gardening.
She helps homeless people and tries to do good.
You should eat your vegetables. They'll do you good!
Allie spends ages doing her hair in the morning.
I split coffee on my suit and tried to clean it, but I did more harm
than good. It looks even worse now!
Have you finished doing your homework?
Let's do the housework this morning, then we can go out for
lunch.
My mother listens to the radio while she does the ironing.
I think the students did a great job with this essay. It's excellent.
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He did the laundry, cleaned the house, and made dinner.
Jenny likes to do her nails each week.
There was an old man sitting on the bank of the river, doing a
painting.
Does everybody hate doing paperwork?
I'm doing some research for my thesis at the moment.
I'll do the shopping tomorrow morning. We need milk, bread,
pasta and bananas.
He broke into a bank, was caught by the police, and now he's
doing time.
My sister is doing well in her new job.
Unfortunately, Lucy does a lot of work at the weekends.
I've bought all new winter clothes – boots, a coat and a very
warm hat. Weather, do your worst!
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manager.
I'd like to make a confession. I was the one who ate the last of
the chocolate.
I'd love to see you soon. How about we make a date for next
week?
I've made my decision. I'm going to go back to university.
Going to the gym has really made a difference to how I feel.
When John was last in London he made a discovery – a beautiful
little café in a quiet street.
You're not trying hard enough! Make an effort!
He made several errors on the report, and the boss told him to
rewrite it.
The bank robbers took £10,000 from the safe and then made
their escape.
Usually, the children aren't allowed to watch TV but I made an
exception today since the weather was so horrible.
Why was Lisa late? Did she make an excuse?
The child took a bite of the broccoli and made a face.
We put up our tent, made a fire, and had a hot drink.
You shouldn't sing in front of everyone! You'll make a fool of
yourself.
Lucy made a fortune when she sold her company. Now she
doesn't have to work.
She loved university and made lots of friends.
The children love to make fun of the teacher – but only when
she's not looking.
It's okay, I'm fine, it's just a cough. Don't make a fuss!
Jenny certainly made an impression last night! All my friends
are asking about her.
The interview was very tense at the beginning, but then John
made a joke, and after that it was much more relaxed.
Because of the snow, try not to make any journeys which are not
absolutely essential.
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First, I must make a list of all the things I need to do.
Their business made a loss the first year, but did much better
after that.
The hero and the heroine made love in the film.
What a mess you've made! Can't you tidy up a bit?
She made so many mistakes in her essay that the teacher couldn't
understand it.
John made a lot of money in his twenties and was able to retire
at the age of 35.
Look how late it is! Let's make a move.
Please try not to make a noise when you come home, because I'll
be asleep.
Could I make an observation? I don't think some of our
customers like the new adverts.
She made an offer on a house. She's nervous because she'll find
out today if it has been accepted, and she really wants to buy that
house.
Hello? I'd like to make a credit card payment, please.
I'm going to go outside and make a phone call. It's too noisy in
here.
David is making plans to move to Paris.
The professor used lots of examples to make his point.
The journalist made a prediction about the economy, but in the
end it wasn't correct.
His business made a profit from the beginning.
Finally, after being stuck in a traffic jam for an hour, we're
making some progress! We'll arrive by 8pm.
I must study hard today. I made a promise to my mum that I
wouldn't fail any more exams.
John was upset because the boss made a negative remark about
his work.
Could you call the restaurant and make a reservation for tonight?
Susie made a scene in the café when her order was wrong. She
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shouted at all the staff and demanded to speak to the manager.
Don't make a sound! We need to be completely quiet.
The bride's father often makes a speech at her wedding.
Could I make a suggestion? How about going out for dinner?
I don't think I left the gate open, but I'm just going to go and
make sure.
Could you please make the bed before you leave the house?
Otherwise, it looks so messy with the duvet and the pillows
everywhere.
Everybody's busy, but you need to make time to study.
Otherwise, you won't be able to get a better job.
That employee is trying to make trouble. He is always telling the
boss bad things about his colleagues.
I'll call you this afternoon – I need to make a visit to my granny
this morning.
Do you want chocolate or strawberry ice cream? Make your
mind up quickly!
After the film, John made his way to a café, where he had two
cups of coffee and some cake.