formulation

noun

for·​mu·​la·​tion ˌfȯr-myə-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce formulation (audio)
: an act or the product of formulating

Examples of formulation in a Sentence

his letter was a very accurate formulation of his thoughts on the matter
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But this formulation is hardly the final word—if Milei’s party fares poorly in the election, its austerity program will face more resistance. John Cassidy, New Yorker, 20 Oct. 2025 Although those formulations are used by only a small percentage of the population, medical groups fear the move will erode trust even further and sow additional doubts about the flu vaccines overall. Lisa Jarvis, Mercury News, 18 Oct. 2025 Some formulations won't leave a residue behind. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2025 Many formulations are supported by OB-GYNs, doctors, and naturopaths, while others undergo rigorous third-party testing to verify quality and purity (on best cases, both). Kiana Murden, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for formulation

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1873, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of formulation was circa 1873

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“Formulation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/formulation. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.

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