Jul 3, 2020 · The formal and traditional answer is makes, because the subject is the singular noun phrase receiving homemade cupcakes. In actual speech, and even sometimes in writing, many …

In this sentence should I use make or makes? Massive scale, along with rapid growth make/makes it different.

Dec 5, 2014 · To make for is an idiom with several different meanings. In the context of this question, the approximate meaning is 'to produce', 'to represent' or 'to constitute': Raw earthworms make for grim …

Thank you! That makes sense. I must have heard people use it incorrectly so much that the correct way sounds strange. I will use your suggested sentence as well. I appreciate your help!

Feb 20, 2019 · The subject must agree in number with its verb. This is the rule to be applied while deciding what to opt for. Thus, if a subject is singular, its verb must also be singular; if a subject is …

Should I use make or makes in the following statement: Please explain why your experience and qualifications makes you the best candidate for this position

Jun 4, 2020 · "Makes" is the third-person singular simple present tense of "make", so if a singular thing makes you mad, it repeatedly does so, or does so on an ongoing basis.

Jan 13, 2025 · When someone, instead of listening, makes assumptions about your views (only to disagree) Ask Question Asked 1 year, 2 months ago Modified 1 year, 2 months ago

Jan 16, 2015 · Are the expressions "This doesn't make sense" and "This makes no sense" equivalents? If not, what's the difference?

The phrase makes for has a more specific meaning that the word makes and in this context limits its definition to the following: to help maintain or promote; further