When you're trying to rearrange, declutter or accommodate people or things around you, you can use a variety of synonyms for the phrase 'make room for'. One such phrase can be 'clear space for', which indicates that you are creating a gap by removing objects around you. 'Allocate space for' can be used when you're reserving or assigning space for someone or something. 'Accommodate' also works as a synonym, meaning that you are adjusting your space or plans to fit someone or something in. You could also use 'give way to' or 'yield to', demonstrating that you're allowing someone else to take up the space or opportunity.