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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
In the recent past, Louboutin has repeatedly included the world of dance in his presentation formats, spanning from more cabaret-style performances to edgier takes, like the one developed with renowned choreographer Sadeck Berrabah in 2023 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of his iconic red soles.
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Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2025
Beyond features, the deal also signals opportunities for cross-platform storytelling that can travel across borders and formats.
—Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 3 Oct. 2025
What To Know dropped at midnight Eastern Time on October 3 across streaming platforms and in physical formats through exclusive retailer partnerships.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
As on macOS, Preview on iOS is able to apply some basic edits to images, export your files in a variety of different formats, enter text and signatures into PDFs, and scan documents.
—David Nield, Popular Science, 2 Oct. 2025
The event includes a silent auction with library wines, current releases, tours and tastings, large formats and more.
—Laura Ness, Mercury News, 30 Sep. 2025
Yet both relied on existing file formats and hierarchical menus.
—Julian Lucas, New Yorker, 29 Sep. 2025
Super Furry Animals also announced a reissue of their seventh album, 2005’s Love Kraft, to mark the record’s 20th anniversary, set for release on digital plus double vinyl and 2xCD formats on October 24 via Strangetown Records.
—Eric Torres, Pitchfork, 29 Sep. 2025
One Battle is opening in over 3,500 theaters and 7,000 screens, and is being presented in several premium formats, including 70mm, IMAX 70mm, IMAX Digital and VistaVision (albeit on four screens).
—Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 27 Sep. 2025
Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2025
Beyond features, the deal also signals opportunities for cross-platform storytelling that can travel across borders and formats.
—Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 3 Oct. 2025
What To Know dropped at midnight Eastern Time on October 3 across streaming platforms and in physical formats through exclusive retailer partnerships.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
As on macOS, Preview on iOS is able to apply some basic edits to images, export your files in a variety of different formats, enter text and signatures into PDFs, and scan documents.
—David Nield, Popular Science, 2 Oct. 2025
The event includes a silent auction with library wines, current releases, tours and tastings, large formats and more.
—Laura Ness, Mercury News, 30 Sep. 2025
Yet both relied on existing file formats and hierarchical menus.
—Julian Lucas, New Yorker, 29 Sep. 2025
Super Furry Animals also announced a reissue of their seventh album, 2005’s Love Kraft, to mark the record’s 20th anniversary, set for release on digital plus double vinyl and 2xCD formats on October 24 via Strangetown Records.
—Eric Torres, Pitchfork, 29 Sep. 2025
One Battle is opening in over 3,500 theaters and 7,000 screens, and is being presented in several premium formats, including 70mm, IMAX 70mm, IMAX Digital and VistaVision (albeit on four screens).
—Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 27 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formats
Noun
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Inside, high ceilings, open-plan layouts, and walls of glass create a bright, airy interior that brings the surrounding landscape into every room.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
6 Oct. 2025
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Already, three in 10 advertisers are using Gen AI creative tools to tick off laborious tasks, like automatically adjusting images, copy and layouts for different ad placements in seconds.—
Derya Matras,
Fortune,
4 Oct. 2025
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Those attributes — earning Piccioli a reputation in fashion as one of its great romantics — were also apparent in his designs for Balenciaga, which incorporated plenty of thoughtful details that referenced the archive.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025
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The coveted lineup boasts warm wood pieces, modern designs, clean lines, and accessible price points that offer a calming, cohesive aesthetic.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Oct. 2025
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Typically, these formations have porous rock layers overlaid by impermeable rock that blocks upward movement.—
Tejasri Gururaj,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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Karst formations, a porous rock, stick out as jagged protrusions in between lush forest and provide plenty of places for small creatures to hide.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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But Masumura’s manner is raw and harsh, a cinematic parallel to pulp fiction, with intense emotional and physical violence, candid and heated eroticism, hectic performances, and luridly skewed visual compositions.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
2 Oct. 2025
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There are sonic through lines between Chernobyl and her scores for Todd Field’s Tár or Sarah Polley’s Women Talking, and with Gudnadóttir’s original compositions.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Oct. 2025
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Little kids will enjoy its pre-programmed songs and dances, while older kids can use a smart app to program new movement patterns and routines.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
7 Oct. 2025
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The more these patterns are put into practice, the more Arsenal can threaten teams, but these bounce/wall passes have another purpose and other players can slot in.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Despite the genre's themes, horror fans describe their community as kind, open-minded, and welcoming.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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Those are universal important themes to be exploring.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Formats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formats. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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