clap (together or up)

verb

Definition of clap (together or up)next
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clap (together or up)
  1. devise
  2. concoct
  3. improvise
  4. fake
Verb
  • Its specialists work with customers to assess their retirement accounts and devise a diversified portfolio of precious metals that features an asset allocation designed to adhere to their risk tolerance and investment goals.
    — Javier Simon, USA Today, 11 July 2026
  • Marmion and Currie now join every other coed school that has to devise how to share finite facilities.
    — Dave Oberhelman, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2026
Definition of devise
Verb
  • Tran says the hairstyle was concocted with Liu's outfit in mind, not to mention her overall vibe.
    — Marci Robin, Allure, 16 July 2026
  • Similarly, the EastDiet hasn't been concocted by nutritionists in a lab; instead, it's been shaped by local, natural resources.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 July 2026
Definition of concoct
Verb
  • The chemistry between the two leads is astounding, with both men encouraged to improvise during filming to make their banter feel authentic.
    — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 3 July 2026
  • That mix of prep and improvising final things on set also worked well for other cast members.
    — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 2 July 2026
Definition of improvise
Verb
  • Pissenem decided to fake an alien sighting over the Mediterranean.
    — Max Marshall, Vanity Fair, 15 July 2026
  • When Bella unexpectedly dies, Ricky fakes his own death and runs off into the woods, forcing Hector to track him down.
    — Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 13 July 2026
Definition of fake
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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 18 Jul. 2026.

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