Dream up

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Creativity Involved

Use 'dream up' when implying the creation involves imagination and originality. Slide

They dreamed up a whole universe for their science fiction novel.

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Not Always Realistic

'Dream up' can suggest ideas that may be impractical or fantastic. Slide

He dreamed up a plan to build a castle in the sky.

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Slight Informality

The phrase 'dream up' is casual, more common in informal speech and creative contexts. Slide

Let's dream up a fun theme for the party!