make mention of

cannot make it

Cannot reach satisfactory or expected standards or do something competently; describes someone in a hopeless situation.

come to mention it

What you just said reminds me of something; Used to justify a change of subject or a kind of statement that needs some kind of license.

doctors make the worst patients

It is difficult to advise people on subjects that they are experts on.

enough to make a cat laugh

Very outlandish or outrageous.

enough to make the angels weep

Something so distressing that it causes one to lose hope and faith.

fine feathers make fine birds

Something that appears beautiful or good is by definition beautiful or good.

honorable mention

An award or recognition given to a person or thing who does not achieve a higher standing but whose performance or entry was noteworthy.

it takes all kinds to make a world

Diversity is essential: the world would be incomplete if everyone were alike; an expression of surprise at a person or people's eccentricity.