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
Ertz later signed with Washington, formalizing McBride’s No. 1 spot not only in the tight ends room, but also in the offense.
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Jourdan Rodrigue, New York Times, 31 July 2025
If implemented, Britain and France would become the first G7 nations to formalize recognition.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 30 July 2025
The 140 days part was formalized in 1960 as part of a batch of legislative reforms early in the same decade.
—John C. Moritz, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
By formalizing the relationship with ICE, Mizani said the city will receive training and expenses paid for through the federal government.
—Rachel Royster
july 17, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 July 2025
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Jourdan Rodrigue, New York Times, 31 July 2025
If implemented, Britain and France would become the first G7 nations to formalize recognition.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 30 July 2025
The 140 days part was formalized in 1960 as part of a batch of legislative reforms early in the same decade.
—John C. Moritz, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
By formalizing the relationship with ICE, Mizani said the city will receive training and expenses paid for through the federal government.
—Rachel Royster
july 17, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for formalize
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Through this collaboration with SK hynix, the companies aim to standardize the specification, define technology requirements, and explore the creation of a technology ecosystem for High Bandwidth Flash.—
Thomas Coughlin,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Franchise developers Jordan Van Royen and Derek Harper aim to standardize the dog grooming experience with consistent pricing and services.—
Molly Gregory,
The Courier-Journal,
31 July 2025
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Getting approved for disability takes time and isn’t easy, but many people succeed after filing an appeal.—
David Ozeri,
Health,
16 Aug. 2025
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But there is little evidence to support Musk’s claim, given that no Tesla vehicles are currently approved for full self-driving.—
John Hyatt,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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The warrant means that Putin is unable to travel to countries that have ratified the Rome Statute.—
Mark Temnycky,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The union also said Wednesday that workers with Super A Foods ratified their new contract last month.—
Pat Maio,
Oc Register,
7 Aug. 2025
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Former Michigan House Speaker Joe Tate has dropped out of the 2026 race for the U.S. Senate, a spokesperson confirmed Friday, Aug. 8.—
Paul Egan,
Freep.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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Wells previously confirmed to Entertainment Weekly that, like season 1, next season will unfold across another 15-hour workday.—
Mekishana Pierre Published,
EW.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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While the Mecklenburg property is currently under contract with the corporation, the use of TIF funds must be approved by Cincinnati City Council before the sale is finalized.—
Keith Pandolfi,
The Enquirer,
14 Aug. 2025
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Funeral plans have yet to be finalized, but O’Dell is planning on having a celebration of life with a butterfly release, likely in Grandview.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Formalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formalize. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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