formulate
verb
for·mu·late
ˈfȯr-myə-ˌlāt 
formulated; formulating
1
2
a
: to develop a formula for the preparation of (something, such as a soap or plastic)
a plastic specially formulated to resist high temperatures
b
: to prepare according to a formula
formulate the vaccine against malaria
Examples of formulate in a Sentence
a plastic specially formulated to resist high temperatures
the doctor was trying to formulate a good way to tell her that she would need surgery
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Claire West, Parents, 27 Feb. 2026
Most importantly, the ingredients are formulated to prevent irritation, so even those with sensitive skin can add it to their routine.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
It’s formulated with squalane, centella, a handful of emollients, and allantonin.
—Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 27 Feb. 2026
After all, most dish soaps are intentionally formulated to cut through grease.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 26 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for formulate
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“Formulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/formulate. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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formulate
verb
for·mu·late
ˈfȯr-myə-ˌlāt
formulated; formulating
1
: to express in a formula
2
: to put in systematic form : state definitely and clearly
formulate a plan
formulation
noun
ˌfȯr-myə-ˈlā-shən
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