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make game of

idiom
Meaning

To ridicule; to make fun of.


Examples
SIMPLE

It is not nice to make game of your friends.

CONTEXTUAL

The older students often make game of the new kids, which makes everyone feel uncomfortable.

COMPLEX

The cynical critic continued to make game of the author's earnest attempt at poetry, despite the audience's clear appreciation for the work.

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  3. 03

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  4. 04

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  5. 05

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  6. 06

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  7. 07

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  8. 08

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Last updated April 17, 2026