cook (up)

verb

Definition of cook (up)next
as in to devise
to create or think of by clever use of the imagination cooked up a scheme to get out of doing the dishes

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cook (up)
  1. devise
  2. construct
  3. concoct
  4. invent
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  • To control for these alternate explanations, a team of scientists based at Newcastle University devised a novel judgment bias test for bumblebees, requiring them to make an active choice when presented with an ambiguous cue.
    GrrlScientist, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
  • Morrible and the Wizard devise a plan to put Nessarose in danger to get Elphaba’s attention.
    Nicole Fell, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Nov. 2024
Definition of devise
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  • The bed is constructed with a euro-pillow top and gel infused foam, so even those who experience body pain can get a good night's rest.
    Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Nov. 2024
  • The stylish boots are made with a genuine suede upper, known for its moisture and stain repellent properties, while the inside is constructed with 100 percent Australian shearling that is breathable and helps regulate temperature regardless of season.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of construct
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  • The Great British Baking Show Season-Finale Recap: Hangin’ Tough After a great season of back-to-basics challenges, the producers concoct a doozy of a final showstopper.
    Joe Reid, Vulture, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Formulations are concocted the way nature intended–pure, potent, and free of the nasties.
    Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
Definition of concoct
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  • Unlike other features of the modern Olympics, the marathon was invented expressly for the revival.
    Miriam Kamil, JSTOR Daily, 20 Nov. 2024
  • Since 1987, the FDA has barred interstate shipments of the product and mandated milk be pasteurized, but states control raw milk sales within their borders. Pasteurization, named after French chemist and microbiologist Louis Pasteur, was invented in the 19th century.
    Natalie Daher, Axios, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of invent
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Thesaurus Entries Near cook (up)

cooks (up)

cook (up)

cool

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“Cook (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cook%20%28up%29. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

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