cook up

Example Sentences

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With 275 acres of land around a freshly remodeled Hard Rock Stadium, he had spent years trying to cook up ways to develop more events on his site.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

To do so, I stay away from bistros in fancy neighborhoods, which charge too much and often cook up mediocre food.

From Barron's • Mar. 8, 2026

Throughout the weekend, participants watched live demos from speakers and they were given time to cook up beats of their own.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 30, 2025

Yes — the same air fryer that turns leftovers into delights and makes the crispiest wings you've ever had at home — can also cook up a truly fantastic steak.

From Salon • Feb. 21, 2025

That he was gonna cook up a fancy supper for Mama with candles on the table and Willie Nelson on the radio and maybe she’d wear that red dress he loved so much.

From "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor