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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Flex is currently developing HR software with AI agents that can identify candidates for promotion and also devise salary structures.—
Forbes Asia Team,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025 -
In the months leading up to the Community Outreach Day, Revitalize Milwaukee and its volunteer construction crew walked through the homes, reviewed what needed to be repaired, and devised a plan and timeline for the renovations, said Roach.—
Alyssa N. Salcedo,
jsonline.com,
19 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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However, authorities now believe Heimann faked his own death before going on the run.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Aug. 2025
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Many young employees confess to faking understanding in meetings, afraid of looking unprepared.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
27 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 4 Sep. 2025.
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