as in improvisation
something that is performed, made, or done without preparation
a guitar extemporization
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improvisation
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Rewinds show how one poor decision can snowball into greater issues down the road, but improvisation remains key.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
3 Sep. 2025 -
Carlos Alcaraz produced a sensational behind-the-back shot during his victory over Arthur Rinderknech at the US Open, winning the point from his quick-thinking improvisation.—
George Ramsay,
CNN Money,
1 Sep. 2025
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“Extemporization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extemporization. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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