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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
SwifDoo also supports merging or splitting files, batch processing multiple documents, and converting PDFs to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and image formats.
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PC Magazine, 7 Nov. 2025
In terms of what’s next, the duo hinted at a weight management offering coming at the beginning of 2026, as well as possibilities for additional formats.
—Emily Burns, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
And the prototypes already exist, including mid-stream formats used in common pregnancy-test sticks.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2025
This view lets newsrooms shift resources, test fresh formats, or retire sections that no longer serve readers.
—Malana Vantyler, Ascend Agency, 6 Nov. 2025
Kraft was the overall TE1 in standard formats (TE2 in PPR) through nine weeks before the injury.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Nov. 2025
The question is whether shows such as Royal Court and Hot Ones, as well as video podcasts such as Alex Cooper’s Call Her Daddy, Theo Von’s This Past Weekend and Jason and Travis Kelce’s New Heights, can ultimately compete with and replace traditional late-night formats.
—Peter White, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2025
Good Fortune Physical Release Date Good Fortune is now available for pre-order in 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD formats and will release on December 9, 2025.
—Billie Melissa, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
British startup Longbow Motors has unveiled a new electric sports car in two formats.
—New Atlas, 31 Oct. 2025
PC Magazine, 7 Nov. 2025
In terms of what’s next, the duo hinted at a weight management offering coming at the beginning of 2026, as well as possibilities for additional formats.
—Emily Burns, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
And the prototypes already exist, including mid-stream formats used in common pregnancy-test sticks.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2025
This view lets newsrooms shift resources, test fresh formats, or retire sections that no longer serve readers.
—Malana Vantyler, Ascend Agency, 6 Nov. 2025
Kraft was the overall TE1 in standard formats (TE2 in PPR) through nine weeks before the injury.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Nov. 2025
The question is whether shows such as Royal Court and Hot Ones, as well as video podcasts such as Alex Cooper’s Call Her Daddy, Theo Von’s This Past Weekend and Jason and Travis Kelce’s New Heights, can ultimately compete with and replace traditional late-night formats.
—Peter White, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2025
Good Fortune Physical Release Date Good Fortune is now available for pre-order in 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD formats and will release on December 9, 2025.
—Billie Melissa, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
British startup Longbow Motors has unveiled a new electric sports car in two formats.
—New Atlas, 31 Oct. 2025
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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The simplicity of the marks is echoed in the Godna collection, whose designs feature articulated ribs of high-polish 18-karat yellow gold lined with pavé diamonds and holding larger diamonds.—
Victoria Gomelsky,
Robb Report,
9 Nov. 2025
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But what's really cool is how the movie brings those story lines together in a narrative filled with intriguing twists, gnarly kills, heroic sacrifices and a slew of nifty new Predator designs.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
9 Nov. 2025
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Afternoons here are deliciously drowsy, spent dozing in the shade, gently parting calm sea water, or gliding past craggy rock formations in a little motor-boat.—
Rosalyn Wikeley,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Jan. 2026
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At the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, ice artists create walk-through castles with tunnels, slides and frozen fountains etched into natural-looking formations.—
Ginger Crichton,
Midwest Living,
9 Jan. 2026
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These regular observations will gradually take in data and aim to provide pivotal information about the strengths, compositions, and histories of these primitive cosmic bodies.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
8 Jan. 2026
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Inside, a lavish cocktail reception featured ice sculptures and live music by 35 musicians from the Philharmonic Orchestra of Puerto Rico, performing familiar compositions with a Latin twist.—
Sarah Jones,
PEOPLE,
6 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
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Uncertainty over ITV‘s future has been one of the dominant themes of 2025.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
8 Nov. 2025
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Traditional holiday themes of generosity, salvation, and tradition are mostly absent here.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Formats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formats. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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