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Extemporization

Description

Extemporization refers to the act of improvising or performing something without prior preparation or rehearsal, often in a public speaking or musical context. It involves the skill of speaking or playing off-the-cuff, relying on one's ability to think quickly and creatively.

Senses and Usages

• Noun: The act of extemporizing; the art of improvisation.
• Verb: To extemporize or improvise in speech or performance.

Examples

Noun:

1. His extemporization on the piano mesmerized the audience during the jazz concert.
2. The speaker's extemporization on the subject impressed the listeners with his knowledge and wit.

Verb:

1. As the comedian forgot his scripted lines, he had to extemporize and ad-lib to keep the audience entertained.
2. The band members were extremely talented at extemporizing, which added an electrifying energy to their live performances.

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