rustle up

idiom

Meaning

To forage for, or (figuratively) to quickly prepare, something.

Examples

SIMPLE

I can rustle up some lunch if you are hungry.

CONTEXTUAL

When unexpected guests arrived, she managed to rustle up a quick meal from the leftovers in the fridge.

COMPLEX

Despite the sparse contents of the pantry, the resourceful cook managed to rustle up a surprisingly delicious dinner for the weary travelers.

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