1
as in to imagine
to form a mental picture of
it takes an idealist to conceive a world without war, and an activist to make it happen
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as in to understand
to have a clear idea of
I cannot conceive the reason for such pointless vandalism
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as in to think
to have as an opinion
I just can't conceive that he would have lied
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Recent Examples of conceive
The installation was conceived by Imogen Speer, an accomplished San Francisco artist whose public work includes the Naga installation in Golden Gate Park.
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Lisa Curtis,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
But even to conceive of the DSA’s entry to the party as mainly an electoral setback, as some glum liberals appear to be doing, is to miss the deeper significance of the group’s influence.
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Jonathan Chait,
The Atlantic,
1 July 2026
All this is rooted in the fact that the project itself was conceived primarily as a live entity.
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Jonathan Cohen,
SPIN,
1 July 2026
Meanwhile, Freud went on to become the father of psychology (much of it conceived while on cocaine).
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Popular Science Team,
Popular Science,
1 July 2026
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Lisa Curtis,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
But even to conceive of the DSA’s entry to the party as mainly an electoral setback, as some glum liberals appear to be doing, is to miss the deeper significance of the group’s influence.
—
Jonathan Chait,
The Atlantic,
1 July 2026
All this is rooted in the fact that the project itself was conceived primarily as a live entity.
—
Jonathan Cohen,
SPIN,
1 July 2026
Meanwhile, Freud went on to become the father of psychology (much of it conceived while on cocaine).
—
Popular Science Team,
Popular Science,
1 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conceive
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Designers have already sketched their answers for WWD, imagining everything from grand couture ballgowns to more unexpected takes on the singer’s bridal era.
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Whatever juju, imagined or self-made, permeating throughout the Braves’ roster over the last few weeks was exorcised Wednesday.
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When choosing a warranty, review the contract, check what is covered, and understand the claims process.
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However, it is rarely used on mainstream weather maps and by TV meteorologists, who favor the heat index that has long reigned supreme and is easily understood by the public.
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Everybody thought this match was going to be a walk in the park.
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There was at least one person who thought to protest over the situation.
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Stretching Teng out as a starter is something Brown envisioned upon acquiring him, but doing so during the season in response to injuries is a difficult task.
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Zhardanovsky envisions an interconnected hospitality ecosystem where technology enhances the human element, making extraordinary experiences easier to discover and share, and redefining VIP status by value created.
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Cape Verde 40-year-old goalkeeper Josimar Jose Evora Dias, also known as Vozinha, became a fan favorite along the way.
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Sometimes there is a fine line between being a hero or a bum, but Dave has been able to negotiate that line, because players trust him, and the players know that Dave cares about them and their families.
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But Nouel believes these video trends and online and in-person forums for women are helping to change that.
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Police said, according to WBNS, that there was a history of domestic violence in the relationship, and it is believed to be the cause of Creech's death.
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As adult influencers dominate online fashion culture, and tweens and teens see the same content as adults, there are fewer spaces for young people to develop styles of their own.
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Messi was trying to get a ball away from an Algerian player when he was seen digging his cleat into the back of the player’s calf.
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And although a counterintuitive concept that seemingly many on the Left struggle to comprehend, higher tax rates ultimately generate less, not more,tax revenue.
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For example, a robot needs to comprehend the different levels of pressure that are required while holding an egg versus holding a bottle of water.
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“Conceive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conceive. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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