as in recipe
a set or series of actions or components that lead to a particular result
The formula for the area of a rectangle is simple: multiply the width by the height. Hard work and dedication is a surefire formula for success.
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Recent Examples of formula
There is no formula, scoring system or checklist in determining the news value of a life.
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Ken Belson, New York Times, 22 May 2025
With its nourishing formula and glossy finish, the Lip Glow Butter feels like a natural evolution in the brand’s lip category, particularly as balms continue to trend in 2025.
—Claire Sullivan, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
On March 2, Israel imposed its total blockade on Gaza, preventing even the most basic supplies, including baby formula and medicines, from entering the strip.
—Tareq Al Hilou, CNN Money, 21 May 2025
This liquid formula comes in a vegan-friendly capsule, which is easily absorbed by the body.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 May 2025
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Ken Belson, New York Times, 22 May 2025
With its nourishing formula and glossy finish, the Lip Glow Butter feels like a natural evolution in the brand’s lip category, particularly as balms continue to trend in 2025.
—Claire Sullivan, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
On March 2, Israel imposed its total blockade on Gaza, preventing even the most basic supplies, including baby formula and medicines, from entering the strip.
—Tareq Al Hilou, CNN Money, 21 May 2025
This liquid formula comes in a vegan-friendly capsule, which is easily absorbed by the body.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for formula
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Any special memories connected to this recipe? Kowsik: What makes this even more meaningful is that Shirdi Sai Baba was a Muslim saint deeply revered by Hindus and Muslims.—
Benjamin Liong Setiawan,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Fresh summer strawberries are truly celebrated to their full potential in this pretty trifle recipe.—
Mary Alice Russell,
Southern Living,
31 May 2025
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That’s exactly where many organizations are flying blind, building AI agents without a strategy for how to keep them running, governed and optimized at scale.—
Kolawole Samuel Adebayo,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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Mosier works with the university on social media strategy, and recently decided to bring her superstar pug to the school's campus for a visit.—
Kelli Bender,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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The pause allows time to develop and integrate these new vetting procedures.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
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This technology also assists with order entries—capturing labs, imaging, procedures, medication orders and follow-up details.—
Rakhee Langer,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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But Andrea Jenkins, who represents the area and supports the city's plan, said residents around the square want vehicle traffic.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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Merz wasted no time in trumpeting a plan to dramatically boost Germany’s role in Europe’s defense.—
Ian Bremmer,
Time,
24 May 2025
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The only way to avoid jail is paying money, usually with a gift card, but a method becoming more common is paying by cryptocurrency.—
Wayne Ford,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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This makes your treatment method of choice even more effective.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 May 2025
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Establish a new culture, replacing the emotionless, do-your-job style of Bill Belichick with a more modern, player-friendly approach.—
Jacob Robinson,
New York Times,
27 May 2025
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Another part of Marietta's approach to wellness is education — for recruits and working cops, as well as their families.—
Katja Ridderbusch,
NPR,
26 May 2025
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The scheme was investigated by several federal agencies, including the U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General (USPS-OIG) and IRS Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI).—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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That includes knowing the scheme in the run game, being violent at the point of attack.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2025
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“Formula.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formula. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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