Meaning of the word "make do with" in English
What does "make do with" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
make do with
US /meɪk duː wɪð/
UK /meɪk duː wɪð/
Idiom
to manage or get along with what is available, even if it is not ideal or sufficient
Example:
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We didn't have any fresh milk, so we had to make do with powdered milk.
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I forgot my umbrella, so I'll have to make do with a newspaper to stay dry.