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: August 2, 2024
\ek-stem-puh-RAY-nee-us\ adjective
What It Means
Extemporaneous describes something that is made up or done without special preparation. It is usually used to describe public speaking.
// Now a seasoned professional, Abby is no longer unnerved when asked to make the occasional extemporaneous speech.
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