![]() Once again leading to a debasement of the English language due to our lack of understanding. I think that as is our wont, we have lost the historic context of "make due". Offering similar frugal advice for 21st century families. Was recently released to coincide with the economic recession, To cover holes in warn garments unpick old jumpers to re-knit chicĪlternatives turn men’s clothes into women’s as well as darn, alterĪnd protect against the ‘moth menace’. Readers were advised to create pretty ‘decorative patches’ Reusing old clothing, the pamphlet was an indispensable guide for With its thrifty design ideas and advice on Housewives with useful tips on how to be both frugal and stylish in Make Do and Mend was a pamphlet issued by the British Ministry of ( ] provides an example of both historic and contemporary usage: To "make do" is a useful expression in tough times such as war or recession. In British English (as opposed to American English) due is pronounced like few or queue so it's never confused with do. ![]() Some supplementary information in addition to Jon Purdy's answer: ![]()
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