One entry found for contrive.

Main Entry: con·trive
Pronunciation: kn-trv
Function: verb
Inflected Form(s): con·trived; con·triv·ing
1 : ²PLAN 1, plot <contrive a way to escape>
2 : to form or make in a skillful or clever way : INVENT
3 : BRING ABOUT, MANAGE <contriving to make ends meet>
- con·triv·er noun

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