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Alex dreamed up—and built—the breakfast nook in an unused corner of the dining room.—Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026 The theme dreamed up by Challis Davy looks at legendary artists and masterpieces, such as Michelangelo, Picasso, Monet, Van Gogh, Kahlo, and Rockwell.—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 30 May 2026 When tech billionaire Larry Ellison and New Zealand racing great Sir Russell Coutts first dreamed up the concept, Di Biase was one of only four employees in the room.—Andrew Rice, New York Times, 27 May 2026 Any easy toss-on-and-go dress is always a good idea, especially on hot days when you can’t be bothered to dream up a multi-layered outfit.—Ali Faccenda, InStyle, 25 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for dream up