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
Infused with cranberry seed oil, the formula delivers a smooth, creamy glide with zero tug in sight.
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Lily Wohlner, Allure, 11 Mar. 2026
The low-income housing tax credit program favors new construction over preservation in allocation formulas.
—Rafael Leon, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
It’s designed to let users work with interactive versions of formulas and variables.
—James Peckham, PC Magazine, 11 Mar. 2026
Be Tulum Beach & Spa Resort, by contrast, redefines the barefoot-luxury formula.
—Gina Góngora, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Mar. 2026
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Lily Wohlner, Allure, 11 Mar. 2026
The low-income housing tax credit program favors new construction over preservation in allocation formulas.
—Rafael Leon, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
It’s designed to let users work with interactive versions of formulas and variables.
—James Peckham, PC Magazine, 11 Mar. 2026
Be Tulum Beach & Spa Resort, by contrast, redefines the barefoot-luxury formula.
—Gina Góngora, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for formula
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Fresh lump crab is the star of this easy dip recipe, and the flavor of Lowcountry favorite Old Bay seasoning shines through.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
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This recipe for Dungeness crab cakes calls for fresh herbs, lemon, mayonnaise and a dash of sriracha.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
11 Mar. 2026
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The program also aligns with Leidos’ NorthStar 2030 strategy, which targets growth in large-scale technology modernization and cybersecurity work for US federal agencies.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Mar. 2026
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President Donald Trump‘s gamble that rising oil prices are good for the American economy may not be an effective messaging strategy with voters in a midterm year where affordability will be a key issue.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
14 Mar. 2026
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The judge in the case said CBP should use standard procedures to issue refunds and importers that paid IEEPA tariffs should not have to file lawsuits in order to guarantee that they’re paid out.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
13 Mar. 2026
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The college is reviewing coordination and notification procedures related to the program and will continue working with appropriate partners to support campus safety, according to Fields.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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The nurturing Moon enters your 11th House of Comradeship, inviting caring outreach, low-key check-ins, and sharing plans that fit your energy and budget.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
16 Mar. 2026
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If that is no longer an option, then the public deserves to know what the alternative plan is.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Mar. 2026
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Scientists in the United States have discovered an electric field method to improve heat flow in materials.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Mar. 2026
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No single method or single group of people produced the confirmation on their own.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
9 Mar. 2026
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These results highlight that classical computational chemistry methods remain surprisingly competitive, and in some cases could outperform quantum approaches, even with perfect quantum hardware.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Mar. 2026
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The spa Aman’s approach to wellness is holistic and advanced, drawing on nearly 40 years of well-being practices across its entire portfolio.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 Mar. 2026
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Fitting back into the scheme after his absence, James focused on setting screens for the short-handed frontcourt that was without Jaxson Hayes (back soreness) and Maxi Kleber (lumbar back strain).—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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His ball production gives new defensive coordinator Christian Parker a scheme-fit defensive back that can help create turnovers for a defense that was tied for the second-least interceptions in 2025.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Formula.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formula. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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