ad-lib

[US]/ˌædˈlɪb/
[UK]/ˌædˈlɪb/

Translation

adj.done without preparation; spontaneous
v.to speak or perform without preparation

Phrases & Collocations

ad-libbing freely

ad-libbed lines

ad-lib completely

ad-libbed performance

just ad-lib

ad-libbing now

ad-lib section

ad-libbed speech

ad-lib it

ad-libbed moment

Example Sentences

we decided to ad-lib a few lines in the play to make it more engaging.

the comedian ad-libbed a hilarious joke about the audience's attire.

during the speech, the speaker ad-libbed a personal anecdote to connect with the crowd.

the band ad-libbed a guitar solo during the song's instrumental break.

the actors ad-libbed their dialogue to create a more natural flow.

he ad-libbed a thank you speech at the end of the presentation.

the children ad-libbed a story about a magical unicorn and a talking cat.

the presenter ad-libbed a question to the audience to gauge their understanding.

the director encouraged the actors to ad-lib and explore different interpretations.

she ad-libbed a response to the reporter's unexpected question.

the musicians ad-libbed a jam session after the concert.

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