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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The serum pairs perfectly with the bestselling Cloud Mascara, a clean, flake-free formula for maximum volume and limitless length.
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ABC News, 12 May 2026
In March, Sharon Ofek, a superintendent in Carmel, California, praised the software’s math lessons for teaching problem-solving skills rather than memorization of formulas.
—Tyler Kingkade, NBC news, 12 May 2026
GastronomicaMiami, creators of El Cuban Diner, already had a winning formula for tapping into nostalgia at their other Calle Ocho restaurants.
—Sarah Moreno
may 12, Miami Herald, 12 May 2026
Once true leaves appear, fertilize with a low-nitrogen, high-potassium formula every two weeks.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 12 May 2026
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ABC News, 12 May 2026
In March, Sharon Ofek, a superintendent in Carmel, California, praised the software’s math lessons for teaching problem-solving skills rather than memorization of formulas.
—Tyler Kingkade, NBC news, 12 May 2026
GastronomicaMiami, creators of El Cuban Diner, already had a winning formula for tapping into nostalgia at their other Calle Ocho restaurants.
—Sarah Moreno
may 12, Miami Herald, 12 May 2026
Once true leaves appear, fertilize with a low-nitrogen, high-potassium formula every two weeks.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 12 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for formula
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Every Thursday at 11 a.m. Eastern, recipes editor Becky Krystal answers your cooking questions.—
Becky Krystal,
Washington Post,
14 May 2026
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These recipes are great for beginners learning how to cook chicken in a skillet, or for the more experienced chefs looking for new recipes to add to their weekly dinner rotation.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
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The strategy has already proven effective for other retail categories.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
15 May 2026
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The real test is whether those investments are pursued as isolated initiatives or as parts of one coherent strategy for managing growth in volatility while earning customer trust.—
Marcus Balzereit,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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The practice has become a major global travel trend as more people — including A-list celebrities — fly abroad specifically for aesthetic care, from facials and Botox to regenerative therapies and full cosmetic procedures.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2026
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On the other hand, the state legislature was not meticulous about complying with the procedure that the state constitution lays out for proposing amendments.—
Noah Feldman,
Mercury News,
15 May 2026
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Jeffries, for his part, was far too careful to broadcast any grand plans.—
Jason Zengerle,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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Before getting to address eager investors, Musk had to testify to a jury in downtown Oakland in an effort to prove his case and, if successful, potentially throw a major wrench into OpenAI's ambitious plans.—
Ashley Capoot,Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
18 May 2026
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Second, in terms of transportation methods, growing uncertainty around air travel has led European travelers to consider alternatives such as rail.—
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CNBC,
18 May 2026
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Any attempt by a participant, or any other person, to participate using more than one dog/pet, using any method, may result in disqualification by Sponsor, in its sole discretion.—
Tim McGovern,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
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Maung Nu Sein needs fuel to plow, and fertilizer to nourish his rice as planting season approaches.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
16 May 2026
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Artistic reveal tease The Atlanta Falcons tapped the approach used by the social media account (at)ArtButMakeItSports to preview their schedule release.—
Teresa M. Walker,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2026
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Scott said Williamson never spoke directly with Becerra about the scheme.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
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Quantum threats target the mathematical structure of encryption schemes like RSA and ECC; vaulted tokenization removes that target by decoupling data from its representation.—
Ed Leavens,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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“Formula.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formula. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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