make a point

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make a point (third-person singular simple present makes a point, present participle making a point, simple past and past participle made a point)

1. (idiomatic) To argue or promote an idea.

   Synonym: make a statement

   I suppose the people who wrote that stuff on the wall were trying to make a point, but they mainly made a mess.

2. (idiomatic) To take care in doing something; to pay attention or ensure that something is done.

   Make a point to carry [or of carrying] your calendar with you at all times.

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