improvisation

noun

(ˌ)im-ˌprä-və-ˈzā-shən How to pronounce improvisation (audio)
Definition of improvisationnext
as in impromptu
something that is performed, made, or done without preparation that comedy skit was a totally unrehearsed improvisation

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Recent Examples of improvisation The Midwest rock band Umphrey’s McGee is known for pairing progressive rock with nightly improvisation, stated casino officials in the release. — Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026 Based on the amount of improvisation, the season may go beyond six episodes. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2026 Cohen is so naturally funny and quick with improvisation that there are plenty of laughs along the way. — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 2026 The film was shot in six days on an iPhone through improvisation. — Brent Lang, IndieWire, 21 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for improvisation
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  • Since then, the team has been a mainstay across iO stages, performing both sketch and improv.
    — Ryan P. C. Trimble, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Some of the film’s situations emerged out of rehearsal improv.
    — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 15 Oct. 2026
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“Improvisation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/improvisation. Accessed 8 Nov. 2026.

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