Make sense

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verb phrase

To be understandable or logical.

His plans for the project didn't make sense.
Visual representation of "make sense" - To be understandable or logical

Often appears as...

  • doesn't make sense
  • makes perfect sense
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Confusing Statements

Use 'make sense' to express confusion about something complicated or unclear.

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He explained the theory, but it still didn't make sense to me.
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Logical Explanation

Use for something logical when you need the listener to see the rationale behind it.

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After she laid out the facts, her idea began to make sense.
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Clarifying Context

Emphasize context can determine whether something makes sense or not.

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In the context of their culture, their customs make sense.
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