patching (together)

Definition of patching (together)next
present participle of patch (together)
as in cobbling (together or up)
to make or assemble roughly or hastily the stranded hikers patched together a shelter that afforded some protection from the wind

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throwing up
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  • By this point, Ashley is throwing up in a bucket and sweating bullets.
    Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 16 Apr. 2026
  • Pictures of the outing show Wilson throwing up a peace sign next to Batula, who kept a low profile in sunglasses and what appears to be a scarf wrapped around her head while inside the establishment.
    Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
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“Patching (together).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patching%20%28together%29. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.

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