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as in document
a piece of paper with information written or to be written on it I filled out all the forms for applying to the school

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as in doll
a three-dimensional representation of the human body used especially for displaying clothes put the dress on the form to finish pinning it together

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as in ritual
an oft-repeated action or series of actions performed in accordance with tradition or a set of rules we'll use the second form in our church missals for today's Lenten service

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as in physique
the type of body that a person has he has the big-boned form of a linebacker

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as in format
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged museumgoers liked the asymmetrical form of the mobile

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Recent Examples of form
Noun
Demand that our nation treat gun violence in all forms as a crisis that requires immediate, sustained and courageous action. Bob Morgan, Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2025 On Earth, where tectonic activity constantly exposes fresh rock to the atmosphere, carbonate minerals like limestone form when rock reacts with water and carbon dioxide (CO2). Victoria Corless, Space.com, 4 July 2025
Verb
The web application provided the ability to simultaneously analyze the opinions of up to 1,000 participants from conflict regions, forming a consensus decision almost instantly. Melik Kaylan, Forbes.com, 6 July 2025 Ringworm might not form a ring on your feet, groin, or scalp. Brandi Jones, Health, 5 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for form
Recent Examples of Synonyms for form
Noun
  • Lin's way of breaking down languages by the shape of their words rather than their sounds or alphabets meant his machine theoretically can type English, Russian and Japanese as well, according to the typewriter's manual.
    Emily Feng, NPR, 5 July 2025
  • The memory foam also helps relieve pressure on your joints by conforming to the shape of your body.
    Christopher Murray may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 5 July 2025
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  • Android tablets are also more appropriate for storing documents, photos, and other files than smart TVs are.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 5 July 2025
  • It is made of solid and engineered wood, and its double-wheel casters make gliding around your home office a breeze — whether reaching for a document on another desk or closing the door so unexpected guests don’t pop into Zoom.
    Jacqueline Tempera, People.com, 4 July 2025
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  • Consider the distinct strengths: Neural AI: Excels at pattern recognition and learning from vast unstructured datasets, often in a largely unsupervised manner, leading to emergent capabilities in language and reasoning.
    Anuradha Weeraman, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • This is someone who progresses the ball in a speedy but sensible manner.
    Carl Anka, New York Times, 30 June 2025
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  • Talking with detainees about living conditions is the most important part of a tour, Eskamani said.
    Kairi Lowery, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 July 2025
  • Breidenbach told the Statesman that conditions are forecasted to remain relatively hot and dry for the rest of the summer.
    Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 12 July 2025
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  • For her second wedding in 1964, Elizabeth Taylor wore a marigold yellow chiffon baby doll dress — her hair braided down her back and strewn with flowers.
    Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 30 June 2025
  • Instead, the robot doll sequel didn’t come close to matching the 2022 original’s box-office launch.
    Jake Coyle, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2025
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  • For may college football fans around, say, 25-45, EA’s NCAA Football franchise was a ritual every year.
    Chris Branch, New York Times, 10 July 2025
  • Grove Bags: Curing Without Compromise For most cultivators, curing is still a hands-on ritual.
    Javier Hasse, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
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  • Just as ticket holders are to uphold a certain level of etiquette during matches, the players are expected to do the same.
    Skyler Caruso, People.com, 1 July 2025
  • Here, etiquette experts weigh in on how to navigate pay-what-you-want scenarios.
    Kristine Gill, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2025
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  • Officials also cited the efficiency of shipping on America's inland waterways compared to other methods.
    Connor Giffin, The Courier-Journal, 9 July 2025
  • This is a smart age-appropriate method for preparing your child for new experiences, and can easily be recreated at home if your child is still nervous about the dentist even after listening to the song.
    Marilyn La Jeunesse, Parents, 9 July 2025

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“Form.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/form. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.

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