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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 30th anniversary edition will be available across 2-CD, 3-LP, and digital formats.
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Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 2 July 2025
Tiny Vinyl is a new physical format co-developed by Nashville Record Pressing, representing the world’s first playable 4-inch vinyl record that’s collectible by design.
—Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
From book clubs and glass-engraving workshops to quiet group reading, people return because the formats do too.
—Dilan Gomih, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
Julie Bowen will be the first guest on the new video format on Thursday, June 26.
—Peter White, Deadline, 23 June 2025
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Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 2 July 2025
Tiny Vinyl is a new physical format co-developed by Nashville Record Pressing, representing the world’s first playable 4-inch vinyl record that’s collectible by design.
—Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
From book clubs and glass-engraving workshops to quiet group reading, people return because the formats do too.
—Dilan Gomih, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
Julie Bowen will be the first guest on the new video format on Thursday, June 26.
—Peter White, Deadline, 23 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for format
Noun
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The Commons, a 12-hole design by Jim Craig will be the sixth layout at Sand Valley.—
Jeff Goudy,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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There will be several large, working layouts on display for children.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 July 2025
Noun
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This set of over-ear cans from Puro Sound Labs has a conservative design in black and is big enough for some adults.—
Simon Hill Adrienne So,
Wired News,
6 July 2025
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But archaeologists recovered shattered doll fragments and beautiful China decorated with pink floral designs.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
6 July 2025
Noun
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Directed by Chris Smith, Devo tracks the formation, rise, creative evolution, and cultural impact of the post-punk/New Wave/geek rock greats.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
8 July 2025
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Utah claims three top parks, including Bryce Canyon (No. 21) and Arches National Parks (No. 24), with their stunning geological formations.—
Hannah Walhout,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
Noun
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The songs are not so much compositions as elliptical confessions, murmured rather than declared.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
5 July 2025
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Microbiome composition: Revealing microbial imbalances that may drive disease.—
Ximena Araya-Fischel,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
Noun
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Consumer behavior patterns reveal why agentic applications have massive potential.—
Steven Wolfe Pereira,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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That State Farm’s hike in Illinois is nearly at California levels raises alarms about changing weather patterns in the heart of the country, as well as the stability of our insurance market.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Expert event planner and hostess, Brittney Winbush, encourages us not to shy away from a good theme.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
11 July 2025
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Rates have been a theme for institutions going back to about April 17.—
Tanaya Macheel,
CNBC,
11 July 2025
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“Format.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/format. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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