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as in layouts
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized
the book's format is very user-friendly
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as in designs
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 formats
The current catalog covers all formats, from feature films to short films, and is aimed at both mainstream audiences and niche communities.
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Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 27 Feb. 2026
By the 1960s and ’70s, the reach of mass media prompted companies to communicate complex medical information in brief commercial formats.
—Anna Chorniy, The Conversation, 27 Feb. 2026
The Artios Awards honor outstanding casting at a variety of different budget levels for film and formats/locations for television and theater.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 27 Feb. 2026
Now, one Aura mist is sold every 42 seconds and Amika is eyeing further scent expansions across formats to build on the momentum.
—Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 26 Feb. 2026
Superfood Complete can be served as a standalone meal or incorporated alongside other food formats, depending on an owner’s preferences.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 26 Feb. 2026
Similar to Uchi, Uchiko offers a range of Japanese whiskies alongside sake in multiple formats, Japanese beers and cocktails.
—Sara Rosenthal, Denver Post, 25 Feb. 2026
Anyone with a larger budget should also consider how gold bars fit alongside other physical gold formats.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
The Spaniard believes that race weekend formats should be adjusted too, to allow drivers to prepare for the sport part of the weekend.
—Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2026
Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 27 Feb. 2026
By the 1960s and ’70s, the reach of mass media prompted companies to communicate complex medical information in brief commercial formats.
—Anna Chorniy, The Conversation, 27 Feb. 2026
The Artios Awards honor outstanding casting at a variety of different budget levels for film and formats/locations for television and theater.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 27 Feb. 2026
Now, one Aura mist is sold every 42 seconds and Amika is eyeing further scent expansions across formats to build on the momentum.
—Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 26 Feb. 2026
Superfood Complete can be served as a standalone meal or incorporated alongside other food formats, depending on an owner’s preferences.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 26 Feb. 2026
Similar to Uchi, Uchiko offers a range of Japanese whiskies alongside sake in multiple formats, Japanese beers and cocktails.
—Sara Rosenthal, Denver Post, 25 Feb. 2026
Anyone with a larger budget should also consider how gold bars fit alongside other physical gold formats.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
The Spaniard believes that race weekend formats should be adjusted too, to allow drivers to prepare for the sport part of the weekend.
—Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formats
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Oakwood maximizes every square foot, with creative layouts and flex spaces that serve as home offices, classrooms, or playrooms—reflecting the realities of remote work, multi-generational living, and evolving needs after the pandemic.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
27 Feb. 2026
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Called Alina, the residential component has 357 units, including a mix of studios, one-to-three bedroom layouts, lofts and penthouse suites, according to a news release from the developer.—
Savannah Sicurella,
AJC.com,
25 Feb. 2026
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Sand & Stable Calhoun 4-Piece Sofa Seating Group With its gray, faux-wood frame and lattice designs, this set has a distinctly coastal feel.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2026
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Upon entering any art gallery or museum, visitors are consenting to having their imaginations stimulated with new concepts, designs and suggestions.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Mar. 2026
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Wearing matching leather coats, the two chatted constantly, pointing at parade formations and singing along with performers.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Feb. 2026
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But in 2026, with Glenn calling the plays and Brian Duker now the defensive coordinator, they are expected to have more 3-4 formations, which is likely why Johnson was moved.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
26 Feb. 2026
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The notes in the margins of that shooting script are full of lens focal lengths, camera angles, and distances that were key to the compositions of shots.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
28 Feb. 2026
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Artwork should be neutral in subject matter, such as landscapes, abstract compositions, and architecture.—
Sheila Kim,
The Spruce,
27 Feb. 2026
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Interiors nod to Kansas City’s aviation legacy with aircraft imagery on the walls and carpet patterns inspired by flight paths from Kansas City International Airport.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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Bees also easily detect the difference between light and dark, so patterns like a dark bull's eye in the center of a red poppy will attract them.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2026
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While this tends to be the case for any Mercury retrograde, those themes are bolstered by the fact that this Mercury retrograde hits your twelfth house of spirituality.—
Maressa Brown,
InStyle,
25 Feb. 2026
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Presidential historian Timothy Naftali pointed out that in 1996, Bill Clinton used his State of the Union to set the themes of his Democratic reelection campaign.—
Seung Min Kim,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Formats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formats. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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