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making sports vs doing sports

Neither "making sports" nor "doing sports" is correct. The correct wording is "playing sports."
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Explained by Camille
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Last updated: August 25, 2024

making sports

This phrase is not correct in English. The correct verb to use with sports is "playing."

Instead of saying "making sports," you should use the phrase "playing sports" to convey the idea of engaging in sports activities.

Alternatives:

  • playing sports
  • engaging in sports
  • participating in sports activities
  • doing sports
  • taking part in sports

doing sports

This phrase is not commonly used in English. The more natural and common expression is "playing sports."

Instead of saying "doing sports," it is better to use the phrase "playing sports" to describe engaging in sports activities.

Alternatives:

  • playing sports
  • engaging in sports
  • participating in sports activities
  • making sports
  • taking part in sports

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