[make] a charge
1
to formally accuse someone of a crime or wrongdoing
- The victim decided to make a charge against the person who stole their car.
- The police decided to make a charge against the suspect for theft.
- The prosecutor plans to make a charge of fraud against the CEO.
- After gathering evidence, they made a charge of assault against the perpetrator.
- The judge dismissed the case due to insufficient evidence to make a charge.
2
to apply a cost for a product, service, or transaction
- The restaurant will make a charge for the meal on your credit card.
- The hotel will make a charge for room service.
- The repair shop made a charge for replacing the damaged part.
- The online store makes a charge for shipping and handling.
- The taxi company makes a charge for waiting time.