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Rule "make up (makeup)"

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Description: make up (makeup)
Message: The noun \3\4 (= cosmetic, test or composition/constitution of sth.) is spelled as one word.
Category: Grammar (ID: GRAMMAR)
Link: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/makeup
Incorrect sentences
that this rule can detect:
  • She put some make up on.
    Correction suggestion: makeup
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Check the following text against just this rule:

ID: MAKE_UP [3]
Version: 6.6-SNAPSHOT (2024-10-12 22:33:07 +0200)