think up
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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Borgli’s deft mixture of punchy dark humor and thorny subjects makes for a distinctly American movie that only a Norwegian could think up.
From Salon ● Jun. 10, 2026
When asked whether he’d had any doubts about the feasibility of the intricately choreographed construction project, Hyman replied, “I think up until about last week.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 13, 2026
It’s about as dramatic a business narrative as you could think up.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 6, 2026
Mr Keen said he was not looking forward to the sea ice as he continues to head north - and added that he "may need to think up a plan B" for getting through it.
From BBC ● May 15, 2023
Maybe I could sit quietly and think up a way to save our deli.
From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda
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