contrive
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So this week: Contrive an elaborate scenario that ends in a novel groaner pun on a familiar expression, title, etc.
From Washington Post
"Contrive to agree with them separately," added the philosopher, "and they will end by all liking you."
From Bohemians of the Latin Quarter by Murger, Henry
Contrive some sort of excursion yourself, and take the ladies out and amuse them.
From Rollo in Naples by Abbott, Jacob
Contrive something to make me forget it, won’t you?
From That Girl Montana by Ryan, Marah Ellis
Contrive what you can in the mean time, bonis avibus.
From Epicoene: Or, the Silent Woman by Jonson, Ben
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