as in to devise
to perform, make, or do without preparation
we can clap together a repair on the tire that should last until we get home
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The next step typically undertaken is to employ a make-or-break test when aiming to devise a generalizable model.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025 -
Use them to devise your own words of inspiration for life's bigger moments — and smaller ones too.—
Malaka Gharib,
NPR,
13 Aug. 2025
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The preview also shows West concocting his Sunday Service before delving down his own rabbit hole.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
13 Aug. 2025
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However, when he is left near death due to a plot concocted by his former friend Mal, the two are thrown back into each other’s orbit, according to a synopsis of the book.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Organizations that master this rhythmic approach to leadership consistently demonstrate three advantages: Fluid Structure: A jazz ensemble can improvise because the musicians share a rhythm.—
Michael Hudson,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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While some of the actors took a breather and had fun improvising during these shoot days, for the crew, the pool scene proved to be one of the most difficult logistically.—
Madeleine Janz,
People.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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Do more than the bare minimum required to fake a passing effort, at least every now and then when the roster demands it.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
2 Aug. 2025
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During their press tour, the two were pictured getting close, staring deeply into each other’s eyes and planting kisses on each other — apparently to fake us out … or ... not?—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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“Clap (together or up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clap%20%28together%20or%20up%29. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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