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is it possible to say "make a word" Sat May 05, 2007 12:41 pm  is it possible to say "make a word"
 

Is it possible to say "make a word" or should I say "have a word" ?

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is it possible to say "make a word" Sat May 05, 2007 16:47 pm  is it possible to say "make a word"
 

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I cannot judge without more context, Zajac. Both are possible in different situations:

Make a word with the letters D-O-R-W.
I'll have a word with the staff before I leave.

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