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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
Live events are also perfect for interactive and shoppable advertisement formats, enabling viewers to make impulse purchases related to the event, such as team merchandise, directly from their screens, which leads to higher conversion rates for brands.
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Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
When the movie was coming out, people really liked that the explainer video that Ryan made about all the different formats.
—Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 23 Jan. 2026
Halperin said Ruffolo will oversee expansion of the company’s programming slate, creator partnerships and interactive formats.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 22 Jan. 2026
Any necessary adjustments, such as postponements, cancellations, or shifts to virtual formats will be communicated promptly once a decision has been made.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Jan. 2026
While both formats are an affordable way to invest and contain the same amount of precious metal and move with the same spot price, the differences between them extend well beyond appearance.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
When meaning passes repeatedly through two different formats, only the most stable elements persist.
—Ahmed Elgammal, Fortune, 22 Jan. 2026
Kpop Demon Hunters streams free on Netflix with a subscription, in both sing-along and standard formats.
—Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 22 Jan. 2026
Adventures by Disney will expand its portfolio with new formats and greater flexibility.
—Josh Roberts, USA Today, 10 Jan. 2026
Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
When the movie was coming out, people really liked that the explainer video that Ryan made about all the different formats.
—Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 23 Jan. 2026
Halperin said Ruffolo will oversee expansion of the company’s programming slate, creator partnerships and interactive formats.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 22 Jan. 2026
Any necessary adjustments, such as postponements, cancellations, or shifts to virtual formats will be communicated promptly once a decision has been made.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Jan. 2026
While both formats are an affordable way to invest and contain the same amount of precious metal and move with the same spot price, the differences between them extend well beyond appearance.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
When meaning passes repeatedly through two different formats, only the most stable elements persist.
—Ahmed Elgammal, Fortune, 22 Jan. 2026
Kpop Demon Hunters streams free on Netflix with a subscription, in both sing-along and standard formats.
—Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 22 Jan. 2026
Adventures by Disney will expand its portfolio with new formats and greater flexibility.
—Josh Roberts, USA Today, 10 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formats
Noun
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As vehicles move toward higher levels of automation, interior layouts are being rethought.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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Tagle notes these layouts showcase craftsmanship and express design intent, creating a bespoke feel.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Jan. 2026
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Arizona Suede Sandal The Arizona is one of Birkenstock’s most recognizable designs for its famous cork footbed and double buckle closure—now reimagined with sheepskin-lining for cold-weather travel or a cozy staycation.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Jan. 2026
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Among the silver items were a tripod jar and a silver goblet with remarkable designs of grape and honeysuckle.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Jan. 2026
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Meanwhile, the Grand Canyon’s South Rim is open all year long to visitors who want to explore its iconic red rock formations.—
Sarah Henry,
AZCentral.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Prepare to hike down a dirt trail and then a narrow, steep stairwell that gives way to epic rock formations and captivating sea caves.—
Alanna Bennett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Jan. 2026
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Specialized proteins, altered membrane compositions and precise control of extracellular fluid chemistry keep neurons in a liquid state, even below 0°C (32°F).—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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This new singer recited turgid poetry over his new bandmates’ compositions, which erred towards brittle reggae and boogie.—
Brad Shoup,
Pitchfork,
24 Jan. 2026
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Aside from tying elements in a room together, rugs also allow homeowners to experiment with bolder patterns and geometries—without committing to a permanent wall treatment.—
Sophie Aliece Hollis,
Martha Stewart,
7 Jan. 2026
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The researchers stressed that the findings relate to long-term eating patterns rather than occasional indulgent meals.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Park Chan-wook’s Oldboy (2003), for instance, worked within the revenge thriller genre but infused it with uniquely Korean themes about shame and family honor.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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Across rooms and conversations, three themes stood out clearly.—
Vaishali Nigam Sinha,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Formats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formats. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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