Knock together

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Speed Emphasized

Use 'knock together' when something is made quickly, without much preparation or detail.

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She knocked together an outline for the essay in ten minutes.

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Informal Situations

'Knock together' is casual language, suitable for everyday conversation but not for formal writing.

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I'll knock together a playlist for the road trip.

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Temporary Fix

Indicates a solution or creation may be makeshift or temporary, not permanent.

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He knocked together a shelter to stay dry during the rain.

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