make a point of (doing something)

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: to give one's attention to (doing something) to make sure that it happens

She makes a point of treating her employees fairly.

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For starters, if you’re interrupted during a meeting, make a point of speaking up, indicating you weren’t done yet. —

Nicole Lipkin, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024 Chinese companies make a point of establishing close ties with Latin governments, gaining diplomatic influence. —

Steve Forbes, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024 Whether or not Campbell’s comments were intended as a jab, the Trojans took them personally enough to make a point of it. —

Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2024 Instead of worrying or wasting time procrastinating, make a point of getting ready ahead of time. —

Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 9 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for make a point of (doing something)

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