as in improvised
made or done without previous thought or preparation
our dinner guest thanked us with an impromptu song
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as in improvisation
something that is performed, made, or done without preparation
although five different lines had been written, the best choice turned out to be an impromptu from the tired actor himself
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as in spontaneously
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Recent Examples of impromptu
Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 2 Mar. 2025
The movie is about divergent friends, played by Cera and Angarano, who take an impromptu bonding trip to California’s capital region from Los Angeles.
—Chris Biderman, Sacramento Bee, 27 Feb. 2025
One thing’s for sure: Foundation sticks win major points for their portability, making impromptu touch-ups a breeze.
—Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 24 Feb. 2025
While self-awareness is great, turning a date into an impromptu therapy session can feel intrusive and impersonal, making the other person feel analyzed rather than understood.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
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Chelsea begs after an impromptu run into town for weed.
—Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 2 Mar. 2025
The movie is about divergent friends, played by Cera and Angarano, who take an impromptu bonding trip to California’s capital region from Los Angeles.
—Chris Biderman, Sacramento Bee, 27 Feb. 2025
One thing’s for sure: Foundation sticks win major points for their portability, making impromptu touch-ups a breeze.
—Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 24 Feb. 2025
While self-awareness is great, turning a date into an impromptu therapy session can feel intrusive and impersonal, making the other person feel analyzed rather than understood.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
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“Impromptu.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impromptu. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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