thought up

Example Sentences

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The scheme was thought up by adventurer and financier William Paterson.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 30, 2025

The two thought up the benefit album after having to evacuate during the recent wildfires.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2025

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

From BBC • Aug. 27, 2024

Nor have the Americans thought up a way to rout Hamas’ last battalion without an armed offensive.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2024

No one calls her a Singing Mouse, or whatever ridiculous nickname Denny probably would have thought up.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila