1
as in crystallizing
to take on a definite form
my ideas on the subject are just starting to form
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2
as in comprising
to be all the substance of
this one sentence really forms the basis of your argument
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as in producing
to bring into being by combining, shaping, or transforming materials
formed the pot out of the clay
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as in starting
to come into existence
the new company formed from two smaller ones
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as in developing
to come to have gradually
I don't want you beginning skiers to form any bad habits
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Recent Examples of forming
However, the edges of these disks may have temperatures and conditions akin to the planet-forming protoplanetary disks found around infant stars.
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Robert Lea, Space.com, 14 June 2026
But with this illusion of ease comes a lack of interaction, which is an essential part of forming relationships, according to Eastwick.
—Avni Trivedi, CNN Money, 13 June 2026
County officials are examining the feasibility of forming an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District that allows financing of public improvements secured against future property tax increases.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
The Maasai Mara is one of the most celebrated wildlife destinations on Earth, forming the northern extension of the vast Serengeti ecosystem that stretches across Kenya and Tanzania.
—Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
From there, it’s baked in-restaurant, forming a crisp top layer of baked cheese right on top.
—Molly Burford, Southern Living, 11 June 2026
The change signals that council members have a range of outstanding questions about the fast-forming deal, from funding to potential property tax cuts to public engagement.
—Nina Moske, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 June 2026
Meanwhile, in swabs from the mummy’s skin, Sarhan and his colleagues found bacteria like Methylobaderium and Sphingomonas, both known for being resilient in tough environments and for forming biofilms.
—ArsTechnica, 6 June 2026
The first season followed Skinner's closeted character, aptly named Benny, arriving at the fictional Yates University for his first year of college and quickly forming a friendship with Carmen (Wally Baram).
—Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
Robert Lea, Space.com, 14 June 2026
But with this illusion of ease comes a lack of interaction, which is an essential part of forming relationships, according to Eastwick.
—Avni Trivedi, CNN Money, 13 June 2026
County officials are examining the feasibility of forming an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District that allows financing of public improvements secured against future property tax increases.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
The Maasai Mara is one of the most celebrated wildlife destinations on Earth, forming the northern extension of the vast Serengeti ecosystem that stretches across Kenya and Tanzania.
—Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
From there, it’s baked in-restaurant, forming a crisp top layer of baked cheese right on top.
—Molly Burford, Southern Living, 11 June 2026
The change signals that council members have a range of outstanding questions about the fast-forming deal, from funding to potential property tax cuts to public engagement.
—Nina Moske, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 June 2026
Meanwhile, in swabs from the mummy’s skin, Sarhan and his colleagues found bacteria like Methylobaderium and Sphingomonas, both known for being resilient in tough environments and for forming biofilms.
—ArsTechnica, 6 June 2026
The first season followed Skinner's closeted character, aptly named Benny, arriving at the fictional Yates University for his first year of college and quickly forming a friendship with Carmen (Wally Baram).
—Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for forming
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That regime sentiment seems to be crystalizing.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
1 Apr. 2026
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All of these factors are crystallizing into a greater likelihood of a recession.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
31 Mar. 2026
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The same goes for the expedition team, comprising experts in various fields from marine biology to glaciology to sea kayaking.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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The festival will present 65 films from 16 countries, with 21 narratives and 24 documentary features as well as 4 shorts programs comprising 6 narratives and 14 documentaries.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
16 June 2026
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Kia will build Seltoses with three gasoline engines producing 149, 180 and 193 horsepower.—
Mark Phelan,
Freep.com,
11 Dec. 2025
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Denver will soon be part of celebrating the history of the United States by producing some of the semiquincentennial coins to be released into circulation next year.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Dec. 2025
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Alchemist Kitchen spins food business gold Several of the businesses identified are graduates of the Alchemist Microenterprise Academy (AMA), a 12-week business training course that teaches the basics of starting a food business.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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Ohtani was one of two members of the Dodgers starting rotation who left the game injured.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
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Because of the Iran war, growth for all developing economies is forecast to be weaker than in 2025.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
12 June 2026
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Growth in the global AI sector has been fuelled by record funding figures over the past couple of years, as investors have rushed to back companies developing the tech.—
Kai Nicol-Schwarz,
CNBC,
11 June 2026
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And the indie is committed to connecting writers and editors who’ve been impacted by the carceral system with those who have not.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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At the exact same time, prosecutors said, Kepner’s phone began connecting to routers along the same general path Hudson took through the ship.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
10 June 2026
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The consequences are showing up in classrooms, on college campuses, and increasingly in entry-level workplaces, where managers report that young hires struggle with everything from making eye contact during a conversation to composing a coherent professional email.—
Christopher Rim,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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The magic behind the work of Rick Dick, who is from Maremma, a rural area in Tuscany, and is in his forties, is the synergy between his skill for composing an image and his savviness for identifying the right moment.—
José Criales-Unzueta,
Vanity Fair,
10 June 2026
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Eldest daughter Maleighna, 19, said having their wishes granted would honor her mother's legacy of making everything special for her family.—
Jackie Borchardt,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
12 Dec. 2025
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Christian Daniels has been charged with making threats against the President over several days, and with sending threats across state lines.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Dec. 2025
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“Forming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forming. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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