- present participle of devise.
devising
Example Sentences
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It’s getting as much mileage as it can out of Murrell’s shopping spree, devising ever more elaborate graphics for readers to keep tabs on what Murrell bought with the stolen money.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026
The Lib Dems said the new Department for Growth would have responsibility for setting taxes, devising growth strategy, deciding on strategic national infrastructure projects and setting rules on public spending.
From BBC ● Feb. 11, 2026
As a result, the company must set itself apart by devising new routes of drug delivery or dosing schedules that are more manageable for patients.
From Barron's ● Feb. 3, 2026
By devising a tax-efficient and multifaceted distribution strategy.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 27, 2026
This outburst does little but boost the boy’s status in the eyes of his friends, who take to devising ingenious ways to irritate Mr. Curran without giving themselves away.
From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline
