conceive "of" something

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The sentence I saw goes as "I cannot conceive of music that expresses absolutely nothing."

From what I know, it's either "conceive something" or "conceive something as ...", I've never heard of such an expression, would anyone care to explain?
Thanks in advance:)

Mister Micawber · Accepted Answer

GCheng620've never heard of such an expression, would anyone care to explain?

You haven't had enough listening opportunities, I guess. The phrase is common enough.

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