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
The newly independent company can face weeks or months of pressure while its natural shareholder base is still forming.
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Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
In forming our union, the founders fell terribly short of the declaration's promise, leaving slavery intact, allowing states to restrict the franchise to white men who own property.
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Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
Mineral sunscreens such as zinc or titanium oxide ward off the Sun’s rays by forming a protective film that also absorbs most UV light, but reflects some of it.
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Guy German,
The Conversation,
18 June 2026
As the Taiwanese government aims to boost domestic production of military drones and Taiwanese citizens sign up for drone flight training, Taiwanese companies are forming international partnerships to sell more drones to the US military and other overseas buyers.
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Jeremy Hsu,
ArsTechnica,
18 June 2026
In 1997, Mesirow Financial acquired Stein’s firm, forming Mesirow Stein Real Estate.
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Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
18 June 2026
Intensely star-forming galaxies, or starburst galaxies, are believed to have been prevalent around 10 billion years ago in the early universe.
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Robert Lea,
Space.com,
18 June 2026
At the same time, there have been bubbles of discontent forming within Russia, over the cost of the war and government crackdowns on internet access.
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Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
18 June 2026
Within days of the film catching fire at the box office, lines started forming at both businesses, thanks to posts on Reddit and, now, viral clips on Instagram and TikTok.
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Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
18 June 2026
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
In forming our union, the founders fell terribly short of the declaration's promise, leaving slavery intact, allowing states to restrict the franchise to white men who own property.
—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
Mineral sunscreens such as zinc or titanium oxide ward off the Sun’s rays by forming a protective film that also absorbs most UV light, but reflects some of it.
—
Guy German,
The Conversation,
18 June 2026
As the Taiwanese government aims to boost domestic production of military drones and Taiwanese citizens sign up for drone flight training, Taiwanese companies are forming international partnerships to sell more drones to the US military and other overseas buyers.
—
Jeremy Hsu,
ArsTechnica,
18 June 2026
In 1997, Mesirow Financial acquired Stein’s firm, forming Mesirow Stein Real Estate.
—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
18 June 2026
Intensely star-forming galaxies, or starburst galaxies, are believed to have been prevalent around 10 billion years ago in the early universe.
—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
18 June 2026
At the same time, there have been bubbles of discontent forming within Russia, over the cost of the war and government crackdowns on internet access.
—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
18 June 2026
Within days of the film catching fire at the box office, lines started forming at both businesses, thanks to posts on Reddit and, now, viral clips on Instagram and TikTok.
—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
18 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for forming
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The lyrics describe a crystallizing moment in which the narrator realizes that her relationship is the thing that’s not working in her life, despite the best hopes and intentions.
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Khosla himself has endorsed the idea of a national wealth fund, and the symmetry between his individual advocacy and OpenAI’s institutional proposal suggests that a policy framework is crystallizing within the AI industry’s upper echelons.
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The boat was designed around 54 guest cabins, comprising 48 suites and six penthouse apartments.
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Day and Night will be a double album clocking in at 24 tracks, with each LP comprising 12 songs.
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With its rich agricultural resources, the country is aiming to become a leader in producing next-generation biofuels.
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Before Wednesday’s storms, several large outbreaks occurred across the state the previous week on the evening of June 11, producing 20 tornadoes in the northern Illinois and northwest Indiana forecast area alone.
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Now, Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton present a stark choice to voters in the race to be the next governor at a moment when public support for the state’s generous safety net is starting to fray.
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In the last 20 minutes before kick, droves of fans have made their way into the stadium and the energy is starting to pick up.
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Municipal workers are developing a new low-level drinking water connection to supply the city's approximately 7,300 residents, hotels, businesses and the golf course as the lake level falls, Geller added.
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While a male fetus is developing in the womb, testicles originate in the abdomen near the kidneys.
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For that reason, executive travel remains essential for driving high-stakes deals forward, securing major partnerships, connecting with suppliers, and building trust through face-to-face interactions.
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By connecting the mid-June high with the action from early June, a clear potential cup-and-handle pattern begins to emerge.
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Additionally, last year’s Oscar winner for Best Original Score, Ludwig Göransson, will be composing The Odyssey.
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In a nod to the maestro for which the dish is named, Bottura says that pairing with Sauternes is like composing music.
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.
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Thinking of spending or making money?
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“Forming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forming. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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