as in improvised
made or done without previous thought or preparation
our dinner guest thanked us with an impromptu song
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as in improvisation
something that is performed, made, or done without preparation
although five different lines had been written, the best choice turned out to be an impromptu from the tired actor himself
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as in spontaneously
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Garret K. Woodward, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
Tommy's impromptu proposal came just 18 episodes after Woodside joined Lone Star at the start of season 4, but introducing Trevor's ex almost happened even quicker.
—Patrick Gomez, EW.com, 1 Oct. 2024
Unlike yard sprays, which will need to be applied in advance and maintained, these candles provide an impromptu method of reducing mosquitoes in a small area.
—Megan Newton, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2024
During the city’s popular Jazz Fest, Billy Joel sat down at the piano and gave an impromptu performance.
—Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024
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To help meet residents’ needs, the Grey Eagle has been offering free water and meals to the community and also hosted an impromptu concert with local singer-songwriter Billy Jonas on the outdoor patio.
—Garret K. Woodward, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
Tommy's impromptu proposal came just 18 episodes after Woodside joined Lone Star at the start of season 4, but introducing Trevor's ex almost happened even quicker.
—Patrick Gomez, EW.com, 1 Oct. 2024
Unlike yard sprays, which will need to be applied in advance and maintained, these candles provide an impromptu method of reducing mosquitoes in a small area.
—Megan Newton, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2024
During the city’s popular Jazz Fest, Billy Joel sat down at the piano and gave an impromptu performance.
—Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024
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“Impromptu.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impromptu. Accessed 24 Oct. 2024.
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