as in layout
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized
geese flying south in a V-formation
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Recent Examples of formation
Looking 20 days out from the average death cross’ formation, the S & P 500 has slid 0.5%.
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Alex Harring, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2025
Both applications to change the landmark’s name cite the controversial history of John Sutter, whose namesake is ubiquitous throughout the area, including in the county containing the buttes and the unincorporated town located near the formation’s base.
—Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2025
The large-scale cloud formations visible in the foreground belong to our own Milky Way galaxy, as do the several distinct colorful stars which surround the diffuse spiral shape of M31.
—Miguel Claro, Space.com, 23 Apr. 2025
The idea crossed the ocean to play an important part in the formation of the U.S. constitutional form of democracy.
—Andrea Seielstad, The Conversation, 22 Apr. 2025
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Alex Harring, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2025
Both applications to change the landmark’s name cite the controversial history of John Sutter, whose namesake is ubiquitous throughout the area, including in the county containing the buttes and the unincorporated town located near the formation’s base.
—Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2025
The large-scale cloud formations visible in the foreground belong to our own Milky Way galaxy, as do the several distinct colorful stars which surround the diffuse spiral shape of M31.
—Miguel Claro, Space.com, 23 Apr. 2025
The idea crossed the ocean to play an important part in the formation of the U.S. constitutional form of democracy.
—Andrea Seielstad, The Conversation, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for formation
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Harada is known for her ability to devise layouts that maximize space and create homes that work for her clients’ lifestyles.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
29 Apr. 2025
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If your patio isn't covered, add a shaded element to your furniture layout.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Apr. 2025
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With the first intercollegiate college game (Rutgers v. Princeton, 1869) following on the heels of the Civil War, new and growing colleges alike adopted military-style music and band formats to amplify school spirit.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
24 Apr. 2025
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Note the topic, format, time posted, and engagement metrics.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Formation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formation. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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