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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
Future grocery shake-up includes popular Wegmans The Charlotte metro area’s 737 stores includes traditional supermarkets, dollar stores, club stores, specialty formats, and discounters.
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Charlotte Observer, 3 Apr. 2026
All artistic formats operate within ecological systems.
—Manuela Moscoso, Artforum, 2 Apr. 2026
The ancient Hindu epic has inspired screen adaptations across multiple generations and formats.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Apr. 2026
After a few years spent talking about the implications of generative AI — and experimenting with new ways of working with the tech — more companies debuted new tools and formats that placed AI at the center of commerce.
—Vogue Business With Swap, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2026
The album is already available for pre-order on Rodrigo’s website in different formats like vinyl, CD, cassette, and digital.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026
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.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 28 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
Users can convert PDFs to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and image formats, and back again.
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 26 Mar. 2026
Charlotte Observer, 3 Apr. 2026
All artistic formats operate within ecological systems.
—Manuela Moscoso, Artforum, 2 Apr. 2026
The ancient Hindu epic has inspired screen adaptations across multiple generations and formats.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Apr. 2026
After a few years spent talking about the implications of generative AI — and experimenting with new ways of working with the tech — more companies debuted new tools and formats that placed AI at the center of commerce.
—Vogue Business With Swap, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2026
The album is already available for pre-order on Rodrigo’s website in different formats like vinyl, CD, cassette, and digital.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026
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.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 28 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
Users can convert PDFs to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and image formats, and back again.
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 26 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
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Visitors will observe a landscape that features not only a diversity of wildflower species but also ancient sandstone formations.—
Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
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The coach has tried multiple formations in his time with the USMNT.—
Becky Sullivan,
NPR,
1 Apr. 2026
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In addition to Churchill Grounds and Clave, the center will host a music academy and a recording studio named Koolbonga Studios, named in honor of one of Williams’ most famous jazz compositions.—
Mike Jordan,
AJC.com,
2 Apr. 2026
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The collection merges advanced material engineering with innovative fiber compositions and a refined design language, offering a new perspective on how denim can evolve—both technically and aesthetically.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
2 Apr. 2026
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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
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In addition to the themes Common Sense Media highlights, the Trigger Warning Database's list also includes potentially triggering events or themes, like drugging, avalanches, poverty and more.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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The stylistic decision aligns the song’s themes with Taylor’s legacy, drawing parallels between old Hollywood glamour and modern celebrity culture.—
Claire Dodds,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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