1
as in to standardize
to make agree with a single established standard or model
we'll need to formalize our research results before we submit our study for review
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as in to approve
to give official acceptance of as satisfactory
the plan has yet to be formalized by the city council
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Recent Examples of formalize
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Combs' attorneys formalized their request to have Combs released on a secured $1 million bond co-signed by his mother, sister and eldest daughter.
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Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 3 July 2025
Later talks in London set a framework for negotiations and the deal mentioned by Trump appeared to formalize that agreement.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 27 June 2025
Later talks in London set a framework for negotiations and the deal mentioned by Trump appeared to formalize that agreement — setting the stage for Bessent’s comments on Friday.
—Elaine Kurtenbach, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2025
On July 2, 1776, the Second Continental Congress formalized the war by resolution, with the Declaration of Independence adopted two days later.
—Michael Peregrine, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 3 July 2025
Later talks in London set a framework for negotiations and the deal mentioned by Trump appeared to formalize that agreement.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 27 June 2025
Later talks in London set a framework for negotiations and the deal mentioned by Trump appeared to formalize that agreement — setting the stage for Bessent’s comments on Friday.
—Elaine Kurtenbach, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2025
On July 2, 1776, the Second Continental Congress formalized the war by resolution, with the Declaration of Independence adopted two days later.
—Michael Peregrine, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for formalize
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Depending on where the ship is sailing, there may also be limits on the number of guests who can go ashore at a time, somewhat standardizing those aspects of the cruises.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
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The terminology used under ICS is standardized, helping ensure that all agencies involved are aligned in their actions and goals.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 July 2025
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Two sources who spoke to Reuters said the U.S. may approve $30 million per month in grants to the GHF in the future.—
Beth Bailey,
FOXNews.com,
12 July 2025
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The Overland Park City Council recently approved a purchase and sale agreement for a seven-story, 154,000-square foot building on College Boulevard and Metcalf Avenue to create a new City Hall building.—
Taylor O’Connor
July 11,
Kansas City Star,
11 July 2025
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Has a top jockey in the irons, but can’t see him being ratified here.—
Danny Brewer,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Visual effects workers employed by Saturday Night Live have ratified their first union contract.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
14 July 2025
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Trump also polled the members of Congress present about firing Powell and received a positive response, Reuters later confirmed.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Martinez's family confirmed his identity, according to reporting by ABC13.—
Michael Nied,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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The company recently finalized its design of the nine-passenger amphibious aircraft and started building a prototype.—
Daniel Cote,
Robb Report,
9 July 2025
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Then, in May 2024, the NFL finalized its commitment by approving player participation during its annual spring meeting, which was a somewhat surprising move.—
Mark LaSota,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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“Formalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formalize. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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