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Old 12-Oct-2004, 16:10
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When do you use MAKE and when do you use DO?
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Do + activity
Make + result

Not a 100% definition, but pretty close.
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When do you use MAKE and when do you use DO?
In addition, here's a trick you can use:

Use "do" for work and "make" for create, like this,

Do your homework. (DO work)
Make dinner. (Create a meal)
Do you hair. (DO work)
Make a poster. (Create a piece of art)
Do the dishes. (Do work)
Make a phone call. (Create a connection)
Do your exercises. (DO work)
Make your bed. (Create a beautiful sleeping area)
Do me a favor. (Do work)
Make me happy. (Create a happy atmosphere)

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