Meaning 1 · most common
arrive in time
To arrive somewhere in time, especially when you almost do not manage to.
Example
A: Did you get there before the doors closed?
B: Just - I made it with a minute to spare.
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make it — 3 meanings
One phrase, 3 meanings. Learn them one at a time, then test yourself.
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Meaning 2
become successful
To make it means to become successful or achieve the goal you have been working towards.
Example
A: Do you think your band will make it?
B: I hope so, but we still have a lot to learn.
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Meaning 3
reach a point
To make it to a place or point means to manage to reach it, especially when something makes this difficult.
Example
A: Did you finish the course?
B: No, I made it to the final module, but then I got too busy.
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