1
as in standardizing
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 approving
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 formalizing
But not all are in favor, with critics arguing that the nation should be trying to move away from these labels instead of formalizing them.
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Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 7 Apr. 2026
Iran is formalizing a system that will require ships to pay transit fees to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 3 Apr. 2026
So is formalizing what has traditionally been a fragmented informal sector, ensuring decent jobs in the process.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2026
The new administrators both announced their new roles on LinkedIn this week after Texas Education Agency officials unveiled the appointment of Licata and the Board of Managers, formalizing a state takeover and replacing previous district leadership.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2026
Major League Baseball has entered new agreements with Polymarket and the federal regulator that oversees prediction markets, formalizing the sports league’s involvement in the fast-growing industry.
—Bloomberg Wire, Dallas Morning News, 19 Mar. 2026
This designation is a foundational step in formalizing our vision for a premier Musical District.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
Junior kept busy during his hiatus, formalizing his own $ad Boyz Records in 2024 and introducing his first signing, Valenzuela; the label operates alongside Rancho Humilde, with Junior remaining under contract and continuing to release albums for the latter.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 5 Mar. 2026
In response, Viazovska expressed an interest in formalizing her proofs, largely out of curiosity.
—IEEE Spectrum, 2 Mar. 2026
Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 7 Apr. 2026
Iran is formalizing a system that will require ships to pay transit fees to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 3 Apr. 2026
So is formalizing what has traditionally been a fragmented informal sector, ensuring decent jobs in the process.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2026
The new administrators both announced their new roles on LinkedIn this week after Texas Education Agency officials unveiled the appointment of Licata and the Board of Managers, formalizing a state takeover and replacing previous district leadership.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2026
Major League Baseball has entered new agreements with Polymarket and the federal regulator that oversees prediction markets, formalizing the sports league’s involvement in the fast-growing industry.
—Bloomberg Wire, Dallas Morning News, 19 Mar. 2026
This designation is a foundational step in formalizing our vision for a premier Musical District.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
Junior kept busy during his hiatus, formalizing his own $ad Boyz Records in 2024 and introducing his first signing, Valenzuela; the label operates alongside Rancho Humilde, with Junior remaining under contract and continuing to release albums for the latter.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 5 Mar. 2026
In response, Viazovska expressed an interest in formalizing her proofs, largely out of curiosity.
—IEEE Spectrum, 2 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formalizing
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Trzyna uploads the art, standardizing the look but keeping each one unique.—
Janice Neumann,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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Dell has spent the past two years modernizing and standardizing its systems to prepare for broader AI adoption.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Rather than approving the funding, House Republicans moved forward with an alternate measure to fund the entirety of DHS on a temporary basis.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Oakland leaders have consistently bet on voters approving taxes.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Last April, the union celebrated when Atlanta City Council passed a resolution ratifying the first-of-its-kind collective bargaining agreement.—
Riley Bunch,
AJC.com,
17 Mar. 2026
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European lawmakers on Monday delayed a vote on ratifying the pact to seek clarification.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The agency surveyed areas in Southeast Michigan, confirming that EF-1 tornadoes touched down in Ann Arbor and Lincoln Park.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Blanche could also change DOJ policy that prohibits prosecutors from even confirming the existence of an investigation and requires them to speak only through their indictments.—
Barbara McQuade,
Twin Cities,
16 Apr. 2026
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Haas is now finalizing plans for her uncle's funeral, which is set for next week.—
Ryan Hughes,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Prior to his death, Sid and Killian were finalizing two books recounting his life and career prior to his death, his spokesperson tells PEOPLE.—
Abigail Adams,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Formalizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formalizing. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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