dream up

verb

dreamed up or dreamt up; dreaming up; dreams up

transitive verb

: to form in the mind : devise, concoct

Examples of dream up in a Sentence

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In addition to molding their names, kids can sculpt anything their minds may dream up—like sea creatures, snowmen, and more. Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 19 Dec. 2024 Don’t be afraid to dig a little deeper with 100 unexpected and thought-provoking questions dreamed up by the game’s inventors, the School of Life, a global organization helping people to lead more fulfilled lives through useful resources and tools. Romany Williams, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024 Shaun dreamed up and tested this board, and his signature versatility is its calling card. Outside Online, 21 Nov. 2024 The food scene in Grenada is also getting attention, and names such as James Beard Award–winning chef Alexander Smalls are dreaming up new food and spice experiences for visitors. Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 20 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for dream up 

Word History

First Known Use

1837, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dream up was in 1837

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“Dream up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dream%20up. Accessed 26 Dec. 2024.

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