cook up an excuse, a story, a bizarre theory, etc
If she meets a man who suits her, she'll soon cook up a resemblance to her ideal mate.
Okay Smithee and now how's about we relax and enjoy ourselves and cook up some supper and wait for ole Morleree?
Have the chef cook up some wonderful dishes!
Before they cook up anything really juicy, the politicians of the Mediterranean may need something simpler to chew on.
And cook up a carrot stew.
If the police catch us, shall we be able to cook up a story?
She'll cook up a convincing explanation.
Then, in the second half of November, Mars will begin to cook up some amazing sparks in the same area of your chart.
Know how life is going on, we also know how cook up a pot of a clear mind of coffee.
Oh, no! It's after seven o'clock and I promised Susan I'd meet her in front of her office right at six. I better cook up a good story or I'll be in big trouble.
They are trying to cook up an excuse to implement their proposal.
You children will cook up any excuse not to do your work.
