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as in layout
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized
the book's format is very user-friendly
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as in design
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
this abstract painter bases the format of his works on color and its subtle gradations and not line or form
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Recent Examples of format
But not all feminists see a positive horizon of possibility in the ancient format of a motherhood and femininity strike.
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Literary Hub, 16 June 2026
Finan echoed this sentiment, stating that the residential format can be an invitation for guests to discover Florence in each of its seasons, thereby contributing to a more balanced rhythm of visitation throughout the year.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 16 June 2026
Sportico Studio merges Sportico’s unmatched sports business editorial coverage and industry-best live events platforms to capture the business of sports in digital media formats.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 16 June 2026
Alliance is the first international adaptation of Talpa Studios‘ Dutch format of the same name, created by John de Mol, and produced locally by Banijay Asia.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 15 June 2026
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Literary Hub, 16 June 2026
Finan echoed this sentiment, stating that the residential format can be an invitation for guests to discover Florence in each of its seasons, thereby contributing to a more balanced rhythm of visitation throughout the year.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 16 June 2026
Sportico Studio merges Sportico’s unmatched sports business editorial coverage and industry-best live events platforms to capture the business of sports in digital media formats.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 16 June 2026
Alliance is the first international adaptation of Talpa Studios‘ Dutch format of the same name, created by John de Mol, and produced locally by Banijay Asia.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 15 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for format
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Boardwalk’s owner was also very hands-on in the design experience, getting involved from onboard flow to styling both inside and out, as well as the vessel’s general layout.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
8 Dec. 2025
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The bedroom in this model is roomy and, thanks to the single-floor layout, has enough headroom for even taller occupants to stand upright.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 Dec. 2025
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Now in its 13th year, 3 Days of Design takes place against this midsummer backdrop, filling the city’s Renaissance and Rococo landmarks with the best in Scandinavian design, with more than 400 exhibitors popping up between Nordhavn and Islands Brygge from June 10 to 12.—
Hayley Maitland,
Vogue,
15 June 2026
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Britain has consulted teachers, parents and young people on new restrictions, including a possible ban for under-16s, as well as curfews, app time limits and curbs on what the government has described as addictive design features.—
Reuters,
CNN Money,
15 June 2026
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As a new ceremonial feature, all 26 players from each team — starters and substitutes — will participate in the ceremony by lining up around the tournament’s central emblem on the field, rather than in the traditional pregame formation.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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Walking among the towering formations, you’re reminded of how much has changed in that time.—
Alia Beard Rau,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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As a teenager, sombr started uploading his bedroom compositions and sharing them on TikTok.—
Andrew Unterberger,
Billboard,
11 Dec. 2025
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The composition and color palette are striking.—
Emily Temple,
Literary Hub,
11 Dec. 2025
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Disqualifying factors for Safe Street workers include a history of arson, rape or crimes involving children; active warrants, probation or parole violations; or any patterns of criminal conduct that suggest the person is an active risk to public safety, Mavronis said.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Yet despite the backlash, the country superstar continues to dominate the charts, reinforcing a familiar pattern of controversy followed by continued success.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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This season, the theme is ‘swimming pool’, with a conceptual installation by artists Philéo Landowski and Pascal Hachem, to represent a ‘spring of talent’, Cauli says.—
Lucy Maguire,
Vogue,
16 June 2026
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Various of their theme weeks and packages (especially, Summer or Winter Discovery) are highly recommended and sought after for this same reason.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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“Format.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/format. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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