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in the making



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Idioms and Phrases

In the process of developing or growing, being made, as in The editor believed this election signified history in the making . This term is frequently used to describe the course of events, as in the example. [Mid-1600s]
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The grudge match was two and a half years in the making, ever since Benn failed two drug tests and a scheduled fight in 2022 was cancelled.

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“This transport of Fijian iguanas from Spain to the San Diego Zoo was several years in the making, but is a testament to our commitment and dedication to saving wildlife and getting these iguanas the best possible care.”

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The all-nighter, on 8 August, is being planned by organist Anna Lapwood, who said the idea had been several years in the making.

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The BBC said it had identified serious flaws in the making of the documentary.

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With a pause, he adds: "It could be that a new dictatorship is in the making - but I don't believe that the Syrian people are ready, after five decades, to accept a new dictatorship."

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