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Definition of formednext

formed

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verb

past tense of form
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Recent Examples of formed
Adjective
When decisions arrive pre-formed, discernment fades. Big Think, 2 Mar. 2026 Both pre-formed vitamin A and provitamin A carotenoids are used in supplements. Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 8 Dec. 2025 Excess intake of pre-formed vitamin A from animal sources or supplements can lead to toxicity, so moderation is essential—especially for pregnant people. Jillian Kubala, Health, 25 Nov. 2025 The styling is impeccable, with each curl perfectly formed and ready to make a statement. Noel Cymone Walker, StyleCaster, 23 Sep. 2025
Verb
The gigantic sinkhole, which formed in the driveway of the Malibu, California, home, is estimated to be up to 30 feet deep, 30 feet wide and 60 feet long, according to a proclamation of a local emergency issued by the City of Malibu. Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026 New partnerships were formed to quickly turn laboratory research into practical tools for manufacturers. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Sep. 2026 Research shows refugees and Kenyan businesses have also formed partnerships and supply chains linking Nairobi with camps such as Kakuma. Vivianne Wandera, semafor.com, 9 Sep. 2026 The Cranberry Glades is a relict from another time, formed more than 10,000 years ago. Literary Hub, 9 Sep. 2026 The duo behind Omaha Productions met in 2019 and formed the business a year later, rattling off hit shows like Peyton’s Places and Monday Night Football With Peyton and Eli. Justin Birnbaum, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2026 The most recent pullback created a higher low near the 130 mark, while the trading range that has developed since the middle of August has formed the handle portion of the pattern. Frank Cappelleri, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2026 The Royal Palace in Oslo has become the center of national mourning, and a massive memorial made of mementos has spontaneously formed in the square in front of it. Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 9 Sep. 2026 The pair formed a decades-long friendship that Sean recalled in Roberta, a documentary chronicling her life. Emma Kershaw, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formed
Adjective
  • Domino’s new Domino is also rectangular-shaped, a hallmark of Detroit-style pizza, and designed for a single serving.
    Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Mizar and Alcor In the handle of the pan-shaped Big Dipper (part of Ursa Major) is the pair of stars called Mizar and Alcor.
    Gemma Lavender, Space.com, 19 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The baby pink style was made of a sheer, breezy pink fabric and featured crystallized spaghetti straps that gave way to frindgy crystalized trim that decorated the hem.
    Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2026
  • But perhaps no situation crystallized Moreno’s blind spots more than his handling of Ohtani.
    Andy McCullough, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • After the invention of the internal combustion engine in 1885, the auto industry had comprised skilled laborers producing a few bespoke vehicles—affordable only to an upper stratum of society.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Marchino was one of four judges who comprised the court’s ruling panel for the hearing, which lasted all day on Tuesday August 25 at the FIA’s headquarters in Paris, France.
    Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • In standard Series 62 form, the engine produced around 210 hp, giving the big Cadillac plenty of muscle for its era.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 10 Sep. 2026
  • Fresh water can therefore be produced for drinking and other onboard needs, rather than carrying every drop required for a months-long patrol.
    Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Wilson is a seventh-year player who began his career at Fordham and spent 2023 and 2024 at Old Dominion before transferring to Indiana last year.
    Antonio Morales, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Since the war with Iran began in late February, the nationwide average diesel price has soared by 60%.
    Steve Kopack, NBC news, 11 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Questions remain about how many people developed health problems linked to the dust.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Sep. 2026
  • The technology is also being developed with manufacturability in mind.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 12 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Boise State led by 10 points late in the second quarter, and the teams were tied until midway through the fourth quarter when quarterback Dante Moore connected with receiver Dakorien Moore for a 62-yard touchdown.
    Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Police told the station that the gunfire may be connected to an argument that occurred at Lavou Lounge, a bar located near the Sam's Club.
    Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 7 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • The character is composed of only the broadest of strokes, thinly defined by toughness, trauma, and uncomfortable motherhood, runoff of the stew that formed characters like Ripley.
    Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The second saw Isak recalibrate his run in behind a couple of times before latching onto Gakpo’s trivela pass, staying composed as a defender and Scherpen got close before sliding a shot home with his left foot.
    Gregg Evans, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026

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“Formed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formed. Accessed 12 Sep. 2026.

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