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Make somebody do something – Have/Get something done.

We use the structure to have + object + past participle when we say that someone
is in charge of doing something without specifying who performs this action. Another
way of expressing it is to get something done, which is more frequent in spoken
language.
 I have my eyes checked every three years.
 My neighbors are having their bathroom renovated.
 We need to have our car fixed.
 I have to get my boiler fixed.
 I'll get my hair cut tomorrow.
 Where do you get your nails done?
The verb to make is also used as a causative verb, and when accompanied by
another verb, it is expressed in its base form. It can be translated as to do but also
as to obligate or to force.
 He made me sign the contract.
 My teacher made me
 You can't make me do it!
 This book really makes you think.
 The whole situation made me feel uncomfortable.

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