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as in layout
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized
the book's format is very user-friendly
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as in design
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
this abstract painter bases the format of his works on color and its subtle gradations and not line or form
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Recent Examples of format
The panel will examine how the format is reshaping storytelling habits, brand integration and creative opportunity across the region.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 20 Apr. 2026
But the magic comes from the simple concert format, which places all of the focus on Platt and Zegler’s voices.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 20 Apr. 2026
Organizers plan a full production that includes live performances and tribute segments rather than a traditional awards format.
—Kansas City Star, 20 Apr. 2026
This year’s competition is the Good Food Awards’ 16th installment, returning to its usual blind tasting format after holding a special previous-winners-only edition for its 15th anniversary in 2025.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 20 Apr. 2026
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 20 Apr. 2026
But the magic comes from the simple concert format, which places all of the focus on Platt and Zegler’s voices.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 20 Apr. 2026
Organizers plan a full production that includes live performances and tribute segments rather than a traditional awards format.
—Kansas City Star, 20 Apr. 2026
This year’s competition is the Good Food Awards’ 16th installment, returning to its usual blind tasting format after holding a special previous-winners-only edition for its 15th anniversary in 2025.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for format
Noun
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All 39 have different layouts, views, and furnishings, and some feature pieces from the historic Ritz Paris, bought at the renovation auction of 2016.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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This tiny house keeps things simple with a single-level layout that sleeps up to two people.—
Adam Williams
April 11,
New Atlas,
11 Apr. 2026
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The satchel design is great for everyday use and looks great with a casual outfit like Kendall Jenner and Jennifer Garner’s jean looks.—
Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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The show originated at a design museum in Saint-Étienne; Musée des Arts et Métiers has supplemented it with lemons from its permanent collection, such as the ten-hour decimal-time clock, used during the French Revolution.—
Lauren Collins,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Captured during ongoing flight testing, the image shows the aircraft in formation behind a KC-135 Stratotanker, marking a significant milestone in the program’s maturation.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Apr. 2026
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The former principal Ailey dancer (from 2005 to 2014) is now the dance company’s new artistic director, only the fourth artistic director since the New York company’s formation by its namesake in 1958.—
Darcel Rockett,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Some of these are arranged into more staid compositions of geometric bands of color, while others bend and bulge into shapes evoking the baroque ruination of junk-yard findings.—
Vince Aletti,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
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The belief remains, Kennard said, but the reality of the Lakers’ preferred roster composition collapsed when Doncic grabbed his left hamstring and hobbled off the court during the third quarter of their April 2 loss in Oklahoma City.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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As Mercury joins Saturn in Aries in your 12th house, private thoughts and internal patterns come into focus.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
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So, in the context of a balanced dietary pattern, eating raisins could definitely contribute to meeting your daily fiber intake.—
Caroline C. Boyle,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Even if the themes of the lyrics are similar, the wide-eyed intensity, and even rage, suggest there is more to her perspective than a desire to sink into the mud of modern life.—
Colin Joyce,
Pitchfork,
21 Apr. 2026
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Going hand in hand with the theme of Fed independence were questions about Warsh and interest rates.—
Zach Halaschak,
The Washington Examiner,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Format.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/format. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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