devise
verb (used with object)
to contrive, plan, or elaborate; invent from existing principles or ideas.
will devise
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future tenseof devise.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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"Subsequently, we will devise strategies to impede the activity of these genes or circuits, in the hopes of mitigating brain aging," said Zhong.
From Science Daily ● May 14, 2024
Coach Bill Belichick will devise a way to confuse Wilson.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 21, 2023
Despite fears that lawmakers will devise other ways to crack down on civil society, the decision on Friday, which had been telegraphed by the government, was met with cheers outside the building.
From New York Times ● Mar. 10, 2023
It’s a reminder that sure, presidents will devise grand legislative plans when they’re running for office.
From Slate ● Aug. 12, 2022
“Thank you, sir, but Mr. Curran and I will devise a sufficient punishment.”
From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline
