think up

verb

1. tr, adverb to invent or devise

   to think up a plan

Idioms and Phrases

Devise, contrive by thinking, as in She's an expert at thinking up interesting programs . [Mid-1800s]

Example Sentences

Some said the idea was thought up by an employee, while others say it came from a plant executive.

From Los Angeles Times

It is thought up to four dogs were present at about the time he was attacked.

From BBC

"For people such as Orme to think up methods of torturing helpless and vulnerable baby monkeys is beyond comprehension," she said.

From BBC

Now he’s thinking up ways to use Fuentes.

From Los Angeles Times

If he can keep thinking up improvements for his technique.

From Los Angeles Times

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