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Contrivance
01
a device, tool, or mechanism designed to perform a specific function or task efficiently
Exemplos
She bought a contrivance that organizes cables neatly.
02
engenhosidade, inventividade
the ability to invent or solve problems through clever thinking
Exemplos
The artist 's contrivance gave the sculpture its unique motion.
O artifício do artista deu à escultura seu movimento único.
03
an improvised or makeshift arrangement used temporarily
Exemplos
Their contrivance kept the broken cart wheel from falling off.
04
an elaborate, deceitful, or cleverly planned scheme designed to mislead or evade
Exemplos
The politician 's contrivance misled the public.
05
an artificial, unnatural, or obviously staged arrangement of details or elements
Exemplos
The painting 's perspective was an obvious contrivance.
06
a plot device or literary technique used to resolve a difficult situation in an unexpected or artificial way
Exemplos
Some plot contrivances can make a story feel predictable.
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contrivance
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