devise
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She also meets a scientist working to devise a simple diagnostic test that could help many women.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
Gupta also says that scammers closely track people's online behaviour and use the information to select victims and devise scams that will get them to take the bait.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
That may be in the form of subscription fees, time spent watching advertisements, software licenses or some other novel way tech companies devise to get money out of customers’ pockets.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026
Over the pressure test of a seven-game series, defenses can study Harden’s go-to moves and devise counters.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
“In the execution of our duty, we try to treat each situation as unique and devise a plan that protects the safety of others and our own officers.”
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
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