as in devised
to create or think of by clever use of the imagination
anyone who drums up a better way of doing this tedious task will make a fortune
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Recent Examples of drummed up
May-Tove Smiseth, an archaeologist and adviser on the Innlandet County Council, said the treasure has drummed up excitement in the archaeological community.
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Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
The reveal has drummed up a fair amount of cultural discourse.
—Lindsey Bahr, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
In the wake of the Iraq War—when countless media outlets across the United States drummed up fears of weapons of mass destruction in Iraq—Parry wanted to create a more independent news outlet.
—Literary Hub, 3 Apr. 2026
Hughes has drummed up a blonde exmachina to save the day.
—Duane Byrge, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026
Though much has been kept under wraps regarding the project, first-look images and teasers have drummed up increasing interest in Nolan’s take on the ancient poem, which traces Odysseus, King of Ithaca, on his dangerous journey home after the Trojan War.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 25 Jan. 2026
However, Tesla drummed up excitement with the launch of its Robotaxi ride-hailing app, and its initial services in Austin and the San Francisco Bay area.
—Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 22 Jan. 2026
Fits in regards to role and skillset are questioned on every roster and trade ideas are drummed up for solutions to problems that may not even necessarily exist.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 14 Jan. 2026
The new podcast category drummed up minor controversy with the revelation that Luminate would narrow down the list of eligible podcasts to 25.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 10 Jan. 2026
Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
The reveal has drummed up a fair amount of cultural discourse.
—Lindsey Bahr, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
In the wake of the Iraq War—when countless media outlets across the United States drummed up fears of weapons of mass destruction in Iraq—Parry wanted to create a more independent news outlet.
—Literary Hub, 3 Apr. 2026
Hughes has drummed up a blonde exmachina to save the day.
—Duane Byrge, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026
Though much has been kept under wraps regarding the project, first-look images and teasers have drummed up increasing interest in Nolan’s take on the ancient poem, which traces Odysseus, King of Ithaca, on his dangerous journey home after the Trojan War.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 25 Jan. 2026
However, Tesla drummed up excitement with the launch of its Robotaxi ride-hailing app, and its initial services in Austin and the San Francisco Bay area.
—Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 22 Jan. 2026
Fits in regards to role and skillset are questioned on every roster and trade ideas are drummed up for solutions to problems that may not even necessarily exist.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 14 Jan. 2026
The new podcast category drummed up minor controversy with the revelation that Luminate would narrow down the list of eligible podcasts to 25.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 10 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drummed up
Verb
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The initial voting rules for the National Baseball Hall of Fame were devised in 1936 by its’ board of directors, led by National League President Ford Frick.—
Chuck Murr,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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Wealthy people have also devised tax avoidance strategies.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN Money,
15 May 2026
Verb
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Their fragrances were always concocted around a storyline.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
20 May 2026
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Cocktails are concocted by in-house mixologist, Waguinho, who also invites guests from the local mixology community to arrange tastings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
Verb
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Dishes are imaginatively constructed, packed with flavor, and beautifully presented.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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According to Page Six, the piece was not constructed from the actual veil, but was a smaller replica that was created by Dolce & Gabbana and gifted to the couple to display in their home.—
Nicole Briese,
PEOPLE,
22 May 2026
Verb
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That Pawlikowski is telling a story of actual historical figures proves a fascinating challenge for a filmmaker who has previously invented characters to serve as historical reminders.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
14 May 2026
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That next-generation material already exists — it was invented in America, and it is being scaled to global industrial-scale capacity today on American soil.—
Gene Berdichevsky,
Fortune,
14 May 2026
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“Drummed up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drummed%20up. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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