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1
to create or think of by clever use of the imagination
- contrived abstract metal sculptures using old household utensils
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2
to engage in a secret plan to accomplish evil or unlawful ends
- the mischievous boys were always contriving and trying to pull the prank that would be the talk of the school
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3
to plan out usually with subtle skill or care
- contrived a way of planning the surprise party without their catching on to it
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