have the makings of something
to have the qualities or skills necessary to do a particular job

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have the makings of
have (all) the makings of (something)
to seem likely to develop into something.
I think we have the makings of a good team this year.

This story has all the makings of a first-class scandal.

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have the makings of something
have (all) the makings of (something)
to seem likely to develop into something.
I think we have the makings of a good team this year.

This story has all the makings of a first-class scandal.

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have the makings of
possess the qualities that are needed for something
The new soccer player has the makings of a great star.

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have the makings of something
possess the qualities that are needed for something
The new soccer player has the makings of a great star.

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have the makings of
v. phr. To possess the basic ingredients; have the basic qualities to do something.
Tom is still young but he seems to have the makings of an excellent pianist.

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