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make over

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  1. To renovate or to convert to a different use, particularly houses, offices, or rooms within them.β€œWe're going to make over the garage into a guest suite.”
  2. (of a person, particularly a woman) To give a new physical look to, especially with a new hairstyle, cosmetics, or clothes.β€œCindy is going to make over Karen tomorrow.”
  3. (of a career, public image, etc.) To improve upon or take in a new direction.β€œThe senator needs to make over his image.”
  4. To transfer ownership of, especially by means of a legal document.

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