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confabulate

/kɒnˈfæbjʊleɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does confabulate mean?

verb

to talk or invent a story, especially one that is untrue or fanciful, often in a friendly or social way.

Example

"The two friends confabulated a wild tale of adventure and bravery."

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