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UK//meɪks fɔː ˈrɛstləs naɪts//US//meɪks fɔr ˈrɛstləs naɪts//

Meaning of Makes for restless nights

Causes difficulty sleeping or feeling uneasy during the night.

In simple words: Causes sleeplessness or trouble sleeping at night.

Makes for restless nights in a sentence

  • Worrying about the future makes for restless nights, tossing and turning.
  • Financial stress often makes for restless nights for many people.
  • Her excitement about the trip made for restless nights leading up to it.

How to use Makes for restless nights

Used in casual conversations to describe situations that lead to difficulty sleeping. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

makes for + noun phrase

Memory hint

Think of a night full of activity that 'makes' you 'restless'!

Related words

Collocations with Makes for restless nights

  • makes for chaos
  • makes for a good time
  • makes for sleeplessness

Synonyms for Makes for restless nights

  • results in
  • leads to
  • contributes to
  • causes
  • produces

Common mistakes with Makes for restless nights

  • Confusing 'makes for' with 'makes' without 'for'
  • Incorrectly using it in a formal context
  • Not using it with a noun phrase

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Frequently asked questions about Makes for restless nights

What does Makes for restless nights mean?

Causes sleeplessness or trouble sleeping at night.

What is the definition of Makes for restless nights?

Causes difficulty sleeping or feeling uneasy during the night.

How do you use Makes for restless nights in a sentence?

Worrying about the future makes for restless nights, tossing and turning.

Can you give another example of Makes for restless nights?

Financial stress often makes for restless nights for many people.

What are synonyms for Makes for restless nights?

Common alternatives include results in, leads to, contributes to, causes, produces.

What words go with Makes for restless nights?

It commonly pairs with makes for chaos, makes for a good time, makes for sleeplessness.

What are common mistakes when using Makes for restless nights?

Confusing 'makes for' with 'makes' without 'for' Incorrectly using it in a formal context Not using it with a noun phrase

How do you pronounce Makes for restless nights?

US: //meɪks fɔr ˈrɛstləs naɪts//, UK: //meɪks fɔː ˈrɛstləs naɪts//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Makes for restless nights formal or informal?

"Makes for restless nights" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Makes for restless nights?

Used in casual conversations to describe situations that lead to difficulty sleeping. Avoid in formal writing.