as in impromptu
made or done without previous thought or preparation
an improvisational comedy sketch that showcased his lightning-fast wit
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Recent Examples of improvisational
Its meticulous mise en scène is that of candid, improvisational home life.
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Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 7 Apr. 2026
The innovative improvisational metal trio Puscifer, which also has performance art elements, was founded by Tool frontman Maynard James Keenan.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 4 Apr. 2026
The improvisational locavore mastery of Sharon Hage at York Street Cafe.
—Dallas Morning News, 29 Mar. 2026
Which was great too, because that total improvisational feel of it kept me conscious and awake.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
Against this backdrop, the president’s messaging has grown more improvisational.
—Vivian Salama, The Atlantic, 24 Mar. 2026
Considering its loose, improvisational dialogue, stilted line readings, and tendency to break the fourth wall, Tender Touches feels a lot like a show Rick and Morty might stumble across while channel surfing on their interdimensional cable box.
—Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 18 Mar. 2026
The tension between Goddard’s structured script and Lord and Miller and Gosling’s penchant for improvisational and physical comedy played out on set.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 18 Mar. 2026
Russian conductor and pianist Maxim Emelyanychev brings improvisational flair to Baroque and classical period music.
—Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 7 Apr. 2026
The innovative improvisational metal trio Puscifer, which also has performance art elements, was founded by Tool frontman Maynard James Keenan.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 4 Apr. 2026
The improvisational locavore mastery of Sharon Hage at York Street Cafe.
—Dallas Morning News, 29 Mar. 2026
Which was great too, because that total improvisational feel of it kept me conscious and awake.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
Against this backdrop, the president’s messaging has grown more improvisational.
—Vivian Salama, The Atlantic, 24 Mar. 2026
Considering its loose, improvisational dialogue, stilted line readings, and tendency to break the fourth wall, Tender Touches feels a lot like a show Rick and Morty might stumble across while channel surfing on their interdimensional cable box.
—Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 18 Mar. 2026
The tension between Goddard’s structured script and Lord and Miller and Gosling’s penchant for improvisational and physical comedy played out on set.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 18 Mar. 2026
Russian conductor and pianist Maxim Emelyanychev brings improvisational flair to Baroque and classical period music.
—Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for improvisational
Adjective
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Why does the wedding photographer offer them an impromptu photo shoot — for free?—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Apr. 2026
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Following his impromptu genesis, Mario quickly evolved.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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In Russia and Ukraine, soldiers have learned to protect their tanks from drone strikes using improvised nets and boxes, which cover the vehicles like a turtle shell.—
Simon Shuster,
The Atlantic,
27 Mar. 2026
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Last year, British electronic producer Actress and modular synthesis pioneer Suzanne Ciani performed an improvised piece titled Concrète Waves at the Barbican in London and Barcelona’s Sónar Festival.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Improvisational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/improvisational. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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