as in impromptu
made or done without previous thought or preparation
caught by surprise, I had to make an extemporaneous speech at the awards banquet
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Recent Examples of extemporaneous
That might explain why the Portland-via-Fort Lauderdale post-hardcore band performs with such extemporaneous vigor on Deep Sage, thrashing and flailing in a release of anger that trades blind rage for determined revenge.
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Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 4 Dec. 2024
And Jonathan said, as [he’s being choked], was this extemporaneous?
—Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 5 Dec. 2024
That might explain why the Portland-via-Fort Lauderdale post-hardcore band performs with such extemporaneous vigor on Deep Sage, thrashing and flailing in a release of anger that trades blind rage for determined revenge.
—Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 4 Dec. 2024
If extemporaneous speaking is challenging, consider an improv class.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024
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Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 4 Dec. 2024
And Jonathan said, as [he’s being choked], was this extemporaneous?
—Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 5 Dec. 2024
That might explain why the Portland-via-Fort Lauderdale post-hardcore band performs with such extemporaneous vigor on Deep Sage, thrashing and flailing in a release of anger that trades blind rage for determined revenge.
—Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 4 Dec. 2024
If extemporaneous speaking is challenging, consider an improv class.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024
See All Example Sentences for extemporaneous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for extemporaneous
impromptu
Adjective
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After about a minute, the impromptu lesson concluded and the woman stood up.—
William Tong,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Aug. 2025
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Whether your plans for the season involve lounging poolside or simply spending more time socializing on your newly furnished patio, outdoor bar carts are ready to roll for an at-home happy hour at impromptu times.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
1 Aug. 2025
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“Extemporaneous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extemporaneous. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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