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    The document discusses the differences between using the verbs "do" and "make". "Do" is used for performing actions or tasks that do not usually create a physical object, such as doing homework, chores, or work. "Make" is used for activities that create an object you can touch, such as making food, dresses, or a cup of tea. Both verbs are commonly used in a number of standard expressions and idioms.

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    The document discusses the differences between using the verbs "do" and "make". "Do" is used for performing actions or tasks that do not usually create a physical object, such as doing homework, chores, or work. "Make" is used for activities that create an object you can touch, such as making food, dresses, or a cup of tea. Both verbs are commonly used in a number of standard expressions and idioms.

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    The document discusses the differences between using the verbs "do" and "make". "Do" is used for performing actions or tasks that do not usually create a physical object, such as doing homework, chores, or work. "Make" is used for activities that create an object you can touch, such as making food, dresses, or a cup of tea. Both verbs are commonly used in a number of standard expressions and idioms.

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    DO Versus MAKE

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    The document discusses the differences between using the verbs "do" and "make". "Do" is used for performing actions or tasks that do not usually create a physical object, such as doing homework, chores, or work. "Make" is used for activities that create an object you can touch, such as making food, dresses, or a cup of tea. Both verbs are commonly used in a number of standard expressions and idioms.

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    DO versus MAKE

    'Do' or 'make' used as main verbs can be confusing to the majority of learners. The verb
    'make' is used together with some words and the verb 'do' with other words.

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    Do
    • We use the verb 'do' when someone performs an action, activity or task.

    do a crossword

    do the ironing

    do the laundry

    do the washing

    do the washing up

    • 'Do' is often used when referring to work of any kind.

    do your work

    do homework

    do housework

    do your job

    These activities do not usually produce a physical object.

    • 'Do' for General Ideas

    Use the verb 'do' when speaking about things in general. In other words, to describe an action without saying
    exactly what the action is. This form is often used with the words 'something, nothing, anything, everything,
    etc.'

    I'm not doing anything today.

    He does everything for his mother.

    She's doing nothing.

    • Important Expressions with 'Do'

    There are a number of standard expressions that take the verb 'do'. The best solution is to try to learn them.

    do badly do time - (to go to prison)

    do business do well

    do the dishes do your best

    do a favour do your hair

    do good do your nails

    do harm do your worst

    do the laundry
    Make
    • We use the verb 'make' for constructing, building or creating

    make a dress

    make food

    make a cup of tea / coffee

    • 'Make' is often used when referring to preparing food of any kind.

    make a meal - breakfast / lunch / dinner

    These activities usually create something that you can touch.

    • Important Expressions with 'Make'

    There are a number of standard expressions that take the verb 'make'. The best solution is to try to learn
    them.

    make amends make a mess

    make apology make a mistake

    make arrangements make money

    make believe - (to pretend) make a move

    make a choice make a noise

    make a comment make a phone call

    make a decision make a plan

    make a difference make a point

    make an effort make a profit

    make an enquiry make a promise

    make an excuse make a remark

    make a fool of yourself make a sound

    make a fortune make a speech

    make friends make a suggestion

    make a fuss make time

    make a journey make a visit

    make a list make your bed - (to prepare the bed for sleeping

    make love

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