Definition

Verb phrase: - To ensure that something is done or happens, especially by making it a specific priority or by acting with deliberate intention. It implies a conscious decision and effort to perform an action, often to emphasize its importance or to adhere to a principle.

Usage

This verb phrase is used to describe the act of deliberately and consistently performing a specific action. It often introduces a habitual or principled behavior. - It is commonly followed by an -ing verb (a gerund) or a noun phrase introduced by "of." - The structure is typically: make a point of [doing something].

Examples

• She makes a point of calling her parents every Sunday.
• He makes a point to thank his team after every successful project.
• I always make a point of being on time for meetings.
• They made a point to visit the museum while they were in the city.

Advanced Usage

• To make a special point of (doing something): To place extra emphasis or importance on a particular action.
  • The host made a special point of welcoming each guest personally.
• Used to describe a conscientious effort that becomes a personal rule or standard.
  • As a manager, he makes a point of knowing all his employees' names.

Variants and Related Words

• Make a point: (Separate idiom) To state a clear opinion or argument during a discussion.
  • During the debate, she made several good points about economic policy.
• Point of (doing something): The purpose or benefit of an action.
  • What's the point of worrying about things you can't control?

Synonyms

• Be sure to: To ensure something is done.
• Take care to: To act with careful attention to doing something.
• Make an effort to: To try deliberately to do something.

Related Phrases

• Make it a point to (do something): This is a direct synonym and can be used interchangeably with "make a point of."
  • I make it a point to exercise for 30 minutes daily.

Verb

1. make a point of doing something; act purposefully and intentionally