Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
make-the-effort
idiomatic expression
/meɪk ði ˈɛfərt/
Definition
To try hard to achieve something or to do something that’s difficult.
Examples
- She decided to make the effort to learn a new language.
- If you want to improve your fitness, you need to make the effort to exercise regularly.
- He didn’t feel like going out, but he made the effort for his friend’s birthday party.
Meaning
This phrase emphasizes the importance of putting in effort and dedication to accomplish a task or reach a goal.
Synonyms
- try hard
- put in the work
- strive
- exert oneself
