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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 crops good enough to incorporate into its Churchills, primeros, and other formats are aged for as long as a presidential term before the rolling process even begins.
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Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2026
According to Disney+, the agreement also reinforces its commitment to Spanish audiovisual production and talent, enriching its offering with formats that have strong cultural and social impact.
—Ed Meza, Variety, 27 Mar. 2026
View gallery - 5 images EDC (everyday carry) creators continue to explore ways to combine as many tools as possible into compact formats.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 26 Mar. 2026
It’s used in similar formats in states across the country.
—Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2026
Users can convert PDFs to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and image formats, and back again.
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 26 Mar. 2026
Nearly 40% of the adaptions tracked in the report are based on formats that debuted more than 10 years ago, almost doubling the figure from the previous report.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 25 Mar. 2026
Notetaking assistance is second, followed by flexible attendance or due dates, alternative formats and housing accomodations.
—Kelly Meyerhofer, jsonline.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Hyland shoots with film cameras, in both medium and large formats, and her images of the meadow, often shot from a distance, are different from what Americans or Europeans would expect from mountain tourism.
—Peter Hessler, New Yorker, 21 Mar. 2026
Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2026
According to Disney+, the agreement also reinforces its commitment to Spanish audiovisual production and talent, enriching its offering with formats that have strong cultural and social impact.
—Ed Meza, Variety, 27 Mar. 2026
View gallery - 5 images EDC (everyday carry) creators continue to explore ways to combine as many tools as possible into compact formats.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 26 Mar. 2026
It’s used in similar formats in states across the country.
—Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2026
Users can convert PDFs to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and image formats, and back again.
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 26 Mar. 2026
Nearly 40% of the adaptions tracked in the report are based on formats that debuted more than 10 years ago, almost doubling the figure from the previous report.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 25 Mar. 2026
Notetaking assistance is second, followed by flexible attendance or due dates, alternative formats and housing accomodations.
—Kelly Meyerhofer, jsonline.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Hyland shoots with film cameras, in both medium and large formats, and her images of the meadow, often shot from a distance, are different from what Americans or Europeans would expect from mountain tourism.
—Peter Hessler, New Yorker, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formats
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These renovations would update electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems; change classroom layouts; and increase accessibility at Fairmount, Procter and Korte elementaries.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
28 Mar. 2026
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Studio, one-bed and two-bed layouts are included.—
Mark Dee
March 27,
Idaho Statesman,
27 Mar. 2026
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They're juxtaposed with quirky contemporary designs, like a brass-and-zinc coffee table by French-Serbian artist Marko and Edoardo Lietti’s Sedia Tonda chair, which recalls the cut-outs of the screens throughout.—
Amy Bradford,
Architectural Digest,
29 Mar. 2026
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Each faction packs completely different units and building designs and strategies, so even if one of your favorites hasn't been included, expect a deep and flexible take on RTS warfare.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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On the Ionian side, Pietragrande Beach in Catanzaro feels dramatic and cinematic, with towering rock formations and deep blue water ideal for diving.—
Jenna Curcio,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
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The test offered a rare, detailed look at how the country plans to deploy coordinated drone formations in combat.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Mar. 2026
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Numinous plein-air compositions, showing the patients around the institution’s grounds, assert the irresistible force of nature.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2026
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Zoltán Kodály and Béla Bartók traveled around countrysides collecting tunes to be turned into piano, violin and orchestral compositions.—
Scott Cantrell,
Dallas Morning News,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Both involve reshaping old patterns inherited from forebears (literary, familial) in an effort to form new ones.—
Giles Harvey,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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The Leo moon disturbs unconscious patterns that are ready to be interrupted.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The summit's themes include AI and the future of learning, as well as the impact of tech on youth mental health.—
Sooji Nam,
CBS News,
25 Mar. 2026
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The composer’s electronic-leaning score is built on ambient synths and recurring romantic themes, underscoring the central relationship between rival hockey players Shane Hollander (Hudson Williams) and Ilya Rozanov (Conor Storrie).—
Anna Tingley,
Variety,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Formats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formats. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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