Meaning of the word "rustle up" in English

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rustle up

US /ˈrʌs.əl ʌp/

UK /ˈrʌs.əl ʌp/

to quickly prepare a meal or drink, especially when short on time or ingredients

Example:

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I can probably rustle up some eggs and toast for breakfast.

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She managed to rustle up a decent meal with very few ingredients.

Synonym:

whip up throw together knock up concoct

to find or gather something, especially with some effort or difficulty

Example:

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Can you rustle up some volunteers for the event?

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He managed to rustle up enough money for the trip.

Synonym:

gather collect find procure muster

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