Thesaurus results for FORMAT

format

noun

ˈfȯr-ˌmat

Definition of format

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 Wednesday and Thursday were the celebrity pro-am, with the three-day tournament scored in a modified Stableford format beginning Friday. — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 9 July 2026 As Gen Zers feel nostalgia for the ‘90s—an era with technology, but all in physical formats and not constantly connected to social media or corporations—this decision might be seen as especially ill-timed. — Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 The Late Show famously ended in May after CBS axed the traditional late night talk show format. — Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026 The position, listed by Sony Pictures Entertainment, calls for someone who can combine creativity, research skills and a sharp command of language to craft clues using the show’s signature answer-and-question format. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for format

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Noun

While choosing the layout, the tribe hosted listening sessions with community members and elders.

— Sarah Liese, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
Engineers created a digital twin before construction to optimize the building layout and equipment placement.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 July 2026

Definition of layout

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The plug-and-play design can be installed using a heavy-duty forklift and relies on simple air cooling instead of more complex liquid cooling systems.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026
The costume design course was announced earlier this year, alongside the appointment of three-time Oscar-winning costumer designer Sandy Powell as its ambassador.

— Alex Ritman, Variety, 9 July 2026

Definition of design

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The group’s formation is an indication of how the investigation of UAPs and the possibility of contact with intelligent alien life has gained acceptance in mainstream culture—and the halls of power.

— Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 2 July 2026
The company said later releases will add non-woven fabric formation, viscose, apparel assembly, bovine leather, and dyeing and printing chemicals.

— Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 2 July 2026

Definition of formation

Noun

Sportsbook odds can also reflect risk management and bettor demand, while prediction markets can be influenced by liquidity and trader composition.

— Giovanni Malloy, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
That’s not to mention an upcoming summer of local and national festivities that promises fireworks, parades, bands, speeches, prizes, and commemorative everything, from postage stamps and coins to musical compositions.

— Brenda Wineapple, The New York Review of Books, 4 July 2026

Definition of composition

Noun

Carmona suggests opting for a repeating pattern that works well in smaller doses, and then painting the rest of the wall to create contrast and depth.

— Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 8 July 2026
But instead of slipping into fixer mode, reflect on what the situation is exposing to you about an emotional pattern.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 July 2026

Definition of pattern

Noun

While the theme words will not be a proper name, the spangram can be a proper name.

— Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
This is a realm of exposition-heavy opening credits, relentlessly earwormy theme tunes, and heroes who, for no obvious reason, choose to hang out with cute/annoying [delete as appropriate] comedy sidekicks like Orko and Snarf.

— Richard Edwards, Space.com, 5 July 2026

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