fabricating

verb

Definition of fabricatingnext
present participle of fabricate
1
as in producing
to bring into being by combining, shaping, or transforming materials with a few inexpensive materials from a craft shop, we were able to fabricate our own holiday wreath

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2
as in devising
to create or think of by clever use of the imagination fabricated a daring plan to create an underground explosion that would take the enemy totally by surprise

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3
as in constructing
to form by putting together parts or materials the house was essentially fabricated at the factory and then shipped to the site for assembly

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4
as in lying
to make a statement one knows to be untrue since he didn't have a good excuse for not having done his homework, he would have to fabricate one

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fabricating
  1. producing
  2. devising
  3. lying
  4. making
  5. building
  6. assembling
  7. creating
  8. inventing
Verb
  • That dedication to producing top-caliber boats will be critical as Chris-Craft distinguishes itself in the wake-surf market, which is mostly driven by quality.
    Jaclyn Trop, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
  • In some cases, the male may effectively become an attached sperm-producing organ.
    Danielle Hall, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of producing
Verb
  • Developing looks for clients who have brand contracts and relationships isn’t just about devising a beautiful image, but working with everybody involved, from the designer to the actress, to create a special moment.
    Emily Mercer, WWD, 3 Jan. 2025
  • The quarterback is making his first college start, and Bobo is devising a game plan around Stockton’s dual-threat abilities rather than Carson Beck’s strong pocket passing.
    Seth Emerson, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of devising
Verb
  • Pino’s camera records Richard lying facedown, handcuffed, while Blum steps over his legs.
    Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Advertisement Upon entry to the hotel room, police found a 24-year-old woman lying dead with evidence of recent injuries.
    Terry Castleman, Los Angeles Times, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of lying
Verb
  • His father, John Carro, was the first Puerto Rican to sit on New York's appellate bench, and Gregory has followed in his footsteps, making a name for himself with a reputation for being tough, particularly on bail decisions.
    Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • When students saw their peers striving to better themselves through education and making better choices, Saffold said the kids’ attitudes changed.
    La Risa R. Lynch, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of making
Verb
  • Jio is building a multibillion-dollar ecosystem in India.
    Alex Lazarow, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The Knicks outscored the Raptors 40-24 in the second quarter and 31-18 in the third, building a commanding 29-point lead heading into the final period.
    Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of building
Verb
  • Schwartz describes being purposeful in assembling his crew.
    Leila Jordan, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
  • In a bustling workshop in Bogotá, Colombia, James Downer is busy assembling e-bikes.
    Boaz Sobrado, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of assembling
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  • His retirement saw the end of an era, creating a vacuum in a sport closely tethered to his name and achievements.
    George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
  • While speaking independently, James and Josh concurred that AI, electronic trading platforms, and algorithmic trading is creating a technological arms race.
    Barnet Sherman, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of creating
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  • Stroh’s Ice Cream, a Detroit ice cream company that closed in 2007, is widely credited with inventing the funky flavor.
    Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 22 Dec. 2024
  • American industry will keep inventing and keep investing.
    Kelly Livingston, ABC News, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of inventing
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