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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
Noun
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The configuration also supports a twin-aisle cabin layout within a narrowbody aircraft class, unlocking improved passenger comfort and more efficient boarding and deplaning.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
13 June 2026
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There’s a 7-inch TFT color display with three layouts, night mode, and Apple CarPlay as standard.—
Utkarsh Sood
June 13,
New Atlas,
13 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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Textured walls and ceilings were also a flop with design pros in the kitchen.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
14 June 2026
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But the treaty was plagued with problems even in its formation.—
Pamela Avila,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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There are plenty of other sites—waterfalls, glaciers, and semi-hidden hot springs—but another must-visit is Kerling, an 82-foot volcanic rock formation jutting out between a handful of hillsides.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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Bigger display fireworks, such as salutes that contain two grains – 130 milligrams – of explosive materials and professional-grade aerial shells with more than 60 grams of pyrotechnic compositions, can't be purchased for recreational use.—
Finch Walker,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
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That layered structure is typical of modern honey fragrances, where the note works alongside fruit, flower or tobacco accords to keep the composition wearable.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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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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The Sun, as has been their pattern, stayed in the game, and Saniya Rivers’ floater at the end left the Sun trailing by one.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
14 June 2026
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The teams have to write out their mixtape lists on a dry-erase board styled like a cassette, with the night shift guessing the day shift’s themes based on their song titles.—
Tasha Robinson,
Vulture,
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 19 Jun. 2026.
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