Phrasal verb MAKE (SOMETHING) UP

MAKE (SOMETHING) UP

To make up something (or make something up) is to invent a story or excuse. This can be something written or said in order to deceive (a lie), or a story or game to entertain.

Examples of use:

1. He made up lies about me.
2. The politician said that the newspaper reporter made up the information about her expenses claim.

b) The children made up a wonderful game about dragons and kings and queens.

e) It’s wrong to make up stories about people.