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to contrive
01
to cleverly come up with an idea, theory, or plan using creative thinking
Transitive: to contrive an idea or plan
02
to manage to achieve or create something, often through cleverness or effort
Transitive: to contrive to do sth
03
to project, cast, or direct something, such as light or an image
Transitive: to contrive light or an image
contrive
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contrivance
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contrivance
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contrived
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contrived
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contriver
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contriver
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Example
The scientist contrived a new theory to explain the unexpected experimental results.
The detective contrived a clever plan to solve the mysterious case.
The engineer contrived a novel design for the product, optimizing its functionality.
Faced with a challenge, she contrived a creative solution using limited resources.
In the workshop, participants were challenged to contrive innovative solutions to common problems.
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