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Rarecontriving
The correct spelling is contriving.
How to pronounce contriving
verb
Say it like: Con-tri-vin-g
The correct spelling is contriving. To invent by an exercise of ingenuity; to devise
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Meanings
verb
- 1.To invent by an exercise of ingenuity; to devise
- 2.To invent, to make devices; to form designs especially by improvisation.
- 3.To project, cast, or set forth, as in a projection of light.
- 4.To spend (time, or a period).
noun
- 1.The act of one who contrives.
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