Conjure out of
verb
To create or bring about (something) by using one's skill or effort, especially suddenly or as if by magic.
He conjured a meal out of what was left in the fridge.

Often appears as...
- conjure an idea out of
- conjure a solution out of
verb
To bring to mind or recall, often by using one's imagination.
She conjured an image of their childhood house out of her memory.

Often appears as...
- conjure a memory out of
- conjure an image out of
verb
To create or bring about (something) by using one's skill or effort, especially suddenly or as if by magic.
He conjured a meal out of what was left in the fridge.

Often appears as...
- conjure an idea out of
- conjure a solution out of
verb
To bring to mind or recall, often by using one's imagination.
She conjured an image of their childhood house out of her memory.

Often appears as...
- conjure a memory out of
- conjure an image out of
Definition 1 of 2

Creative Imagery
Used when someone creatively uses what's available to produce something surprising or ingenious.

The chef conjured up a gourmet dish out of the few ingredients left in the pantry.
Resourcefulness
Emphasizes one's ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties.

The stranded hiker conjured up a shelter out of branches and leaves.
Unexpected Solutions
Highlights the element of surprise when a solution appears from a seemingly impossible situation.

He conjured a convincing argument out of thin air to persuade the audience.
Creative Imagery
Used when someone creatively uses what's available to produce something surprising or ingenious.

The chef conjured up a gourmet dish out of the few ingredients left in the pantry.
Resourcefulness
Emphasizes one's ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties.

The stranded hiker conjured up a shelter out of branches and leaves.
Unexpected Solutions
Highlights the element of surprise when a solution appears from a seemingly impossible situation.

He conjured a convincing argument out of thin air to persuade the audience.
Creative Imagery
Used when someone creatively uses what's available to produce something surprising or ingenious.

The chef conjured up a gourmet dish out of the few ingredients left in the pantry.
Resourcefulness
Emphasizes one's ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties.

The stranded hiker conjured up a shelter out of branches and leaves.
Unexpected Solutions
Highlights the element of surprise when a solution appears from a seemingly impossible situation.

He conjured a convincing argument out of thin air to persuade the audience.
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