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 Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) — a panel that works on behalf of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to devise vaccine policy — voted last week against recommending COVID-19 shots.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
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In devising the schedules, the conference office aimed for competitive balance, taking into account each team’s records from 2021-24 and using them to strategically place matchups.—
Seth Emerson,
New York Times,
23 Sep. 2025
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Orbán has long sought to consolidate his power through concocting scapegoats for Hungary’s ills.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
19 Sep. 2025
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Advertisement Advertisement Synthetic dyes are generally made from petroleum and concocted in labs.—
Alice Park,
Time,
15 Sep. 2025
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Alaa tries to follow the curriculum, but without reliable internet or other supplies, she is often forced to improvise.—
Ghada Abdulfattah,
The Atlantic,
23 Sep. 2025
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The hunter improvised a sleeping bag using a mylar rescue blanket and tarp, rescuers said.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
22 Sep. 2025
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Daniels faked a handoff to Leshon Williams (64 yards, 10 carries) then hit Henderson on a sideline route.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
27 Sep. 2025
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Will Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell fake an Irish accent postgame?—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
25 Sep. 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 29 Sep. 2025.
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