Instagram challenges - June 2024

Aaron Grinter
Jun 28, 2024
3 min read

Find hints and answers to this month's challenges in the blog below!

My Adventure on the Sea

Last summer, I had an amazing adventure on the sea. It all started when I decided to swim in the ocean. The water was clear and inviting. I couldn't wait to dive in and feel the waves, so I wasted no time getting in!

As I swam further out, I noticed a dolphin swimming nearby. It was incredible! The dolphin seemed friendly and curious, coming closer to me. I tried to make out its movements, watching as it gracefully glided through the water. I felt a sense of joy and wonder, as if the dolphin was my special companion for the day.

The tide started to come in, and I realized I needed to head back to the shore. The water was getting rougher, and I had to make it through the waves. I made for the shore and swam with all my strength, feeling the power of the sea around me. By the skin of my teeth, I made it back to the shallow water.

After bathing in the water for a bit, I decided to dry off in the sun. The warmth felt wonderful after being wet in the cold water. I noticed some people nearby trying to swat away the flies that were bothering them. I was glad I had my towel to keep them away.

As the day went on, I couldn't help but wonder what the dolphin encounter meant. What was I supposed to make of it? Was it a sign of good luck or just a random encounter? I decided to make up a little story in my head about how the dolphin was a guardian of the sea, watching over swimmers like me.

Eventually, it was time to go home. I had to make do with the memories I had made that day. Even though I didn't want the adventure to end, I knew I could always return to the sea. As I walked back to my car, I promised myself that I would return soon and bring some friends along to share the experience.

That day on the sea taught me a lot. I learned how to face challenges, enjoy the simple pleasures, and appreciate the beauty of nature. I can't wait for my next adventure on the sea, and I won't waste time coming back, knowing that there are always new experiences awaiting me.

Puzzle answers below!

Phrasal verbs challenge from blog

Make out:
Definition: To see, hear, or understand something with difficulty.
Reference: "I tried to make out its movements, watching as it gracefully glided through the water."
Make up:
Definition: To invent or create something, often a story or an explanation.
Reference: "I decided to make up a little story in my head about how the dolphin was a guardian of the sea, watching over swimmers like me."
Make do with:
Definition: To manage with the limited or inadequate resources available.
Reference: "I had to make do with the memories I had made that day."
Make it through:
Definition: To survive or endure a difficult situation.
Reference: "I realized I needed to head back to the shore. The water was getting rougher, and I had to make it through the waves."
Make of:
Definition: To understand or interpret something in a particular way.
Reference: "As the day went on, I couldn't help but wonder what the dolphin encounter meant. What was I supposed to make of it?"
Make for:
Definition: To move towards a place.
Reference: "I made for the shore and swam with all my strength"