verb to reconcile or make amends with someone after a disagreement or argument
Negotiating a deal by offering something extra to sweeten the deal
Trying to gain favor or forgiveness by doing something special for someone
Providing extra services or amenities to make a guest feel special
Offering additional incentives or discounts to close a sale
Making amends by going above and beyond to show remorse
A writer may need to make up to their editor for missing a deadline by working extra hours to complete the project on time.
A psychologist may need to make up to their client for cancelling an appointment by offering a discounted session or extra support.
A teacher may need to make up to their students for a mistake in grading by providing extra credit opportunities or additional feedback.
A doctor may need to make up to a patient for a long wait time by offering a free follow-up consultation or prioritizing their care during the next visit.