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
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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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Clinically tested on sensitive skin, the product is formulated with soothing bisabolol and oat, as well as a retinol complex that’s infused with the anti-aging, retinoic acid ester HPR.
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Jenny Berg, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2024
The body scrub is formulated with a rich blend of glycolic and lactic acids for 10 percent AHA potency, plus finely ground pumice to effectively slough off dry, dead skin cells, polish, and improve skin texture.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 15 Aug. 2024
Success in global affairs requires analyzing complex problems from multiple angles, understanding diverse stakeholder views, formulating ways forward, and communicating them persuasively.
—Foreign Affairs, 10 Aug. 2024
Moreover, be sure to look for products formulated specifically for curly hair, like Bumble + Bumble Curl Moisturizing Shampoo.
—Sharon Brandwein, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2024
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Jenny Berg, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2024
The body scrub is formulated with a rich blend of glycolic and lactic acids for 10 percent AHA potency, plus finely ground pumice to effectively slough off dry, dead skin cells, polish, and improve skin texture.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 15 Aug. 2024
Success in global affairs requires analyzing complex problems from multiple angles, understanding diverse stakeholder views, formulating ways forward, and communicating them persuasively.
—Foreign Affairs, 10 Aug. 2024
Moreover, be sure to look for products formulated specifically for curly hair, like Bumble + Bumble Curl Moisturizing Shampoo.
—Sharon Brandwein, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2024
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“Formulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/formulate. Accessed 12 Sep. 2024.
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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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