make a racket
To cause a lot of noisy disturbance.
I wish the kids playing in the street wouldn't make such a racket while I'm trying to take a nap.
make a scene
make a stir
To act hysterically; attract unfavorable attention.
I didn't want Kate to make a scene in front of all of those people, so I gave her the money she wanted.
make a splash
To cause a sensation.
The brilliant young pianist, barely 14 years old, made quite a splash on the concert circuit.
make a stab at
To try doing something at random without sufficient preparation.
The singer was not familiar with the aria but she decided to make a stab at it anyhow.
make a stand
To take a firm position on an issue.
He keeps talking about politics hut he never makes a stand for what he believes in.
To take up a defensive position against the enemy.
The retreating troops decided to make a stand by the river.
make a touch
To borrow money; try to borrow money.
He is known to make a touch whenever he is hard up for cash.
make a virtue of necessity
Make the best of things as they are; do cheerfully what you do.
After Mr. Wilson lost all his money, he made a virtue of necessity and found a new and interesting life as a teacher.
make after
To chase something; run after something.
The mouse escaped from the kitchen corner and the cat made after it.