invent

Example Sentences

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How did you go about deciding which categories would return this year and which you invent along the way?

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

In that vacuum, it makes sense that some Catholics have begun to invent their own beliefs.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

As much as Silicon Valley hucksters are vying to invent a cure for death, I doubt we’ll see that in the near future.

From Salon • May 8, 2026

Customers risk having their claim rejected, their policy cancelled and potential prosecution if they invent or exaggerate a claim.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

“Maybe Glenn Burke hasn’t gotten credit,” she says, “because maybe Glenn Burke didn’t invent it.”

From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner