freestyling

British

/ ˈfriːˌstaɪlɪŋ /

noun

the practice of improvising scenes when making a film or performing a play

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Inspired by Grandmaster Flash, he began freestyling in his early teens, first to himself in the bathroom, then to anyone who would listen in the cafeteria.

From Los Angeles Times

Inside the booths, small friend groups take turns either playing the guitar, freestyling over a hip-hop beat or practicing their vocal skills.

From Los Angeles Times

But then, Noah was often awestruck, expressing some flavor of “That’s amazing” or freestyling about a “powerful” message.

From Salon

“I’m not good at freestyling.”

From Los Angeles Times

She was messing around and freestyling, and then she practically kicked her face.

From Los Angeles Times

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