as in recipe
a set or series of actions or components that lead to a particular result
The formula for the area of a rectangle is simple: multiply the width by the height. Hard work and dedication is a surefire formula for success.
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Recent Examples of formula
In what’s becoming the show’s formula, this premiere episode catches us up to what’s changed in the time since the last season finale.
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Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 11 July 2025
This formula by Beauty of Joseon proves that Korea shines in even the tinted sunscreen realm.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 11 July 2025
Color Wow’s Dream Coat Supernatural Spray outranked 14 other anti-humidity hair products and earned the best overall pick from Southern Living for its non-greasy, lightweight formula, impressive anti-frizz properties, and long-lasting results.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 11 July 2025
The result was a cannabis-specific formula, first at 62% RH, then at 58% for more smoke-ready flower, engineered to retain terpenes, prevent weight loss and improve shelf life.
—Javier Hasse, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
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Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 11 July 2025
This formula by Beauty of Joseon proves that Korea shines in even the tinted sunscreen realm.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 11 July 2025
Color Wow’s Dream Coat Supernatural Spray outranked 14 other anti-humidity hair products and earned the best overall pick from Southern Living for its non-greasy, lightweight formula, impressive anti-frizz properties, and long-lasting results.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 11 July 2025
The result was a cannabis-specific formula, first at 62% RH, then at 58% for more smoke-ready flower, engineered to retain terpenes, prevent weight loss and improve shelf life.
—Javier Hasse, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for formula
Noun
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That might sound like a recipe for more hurricanes.—
Jim Foerster,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Though the city has changed, his recipe for cheesy squares with crispy edges and a tangy smattering of tomato sauce remains.—
Lyndsay C. Green,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
15 July 2025
Noun
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First, its exercise of power is weakened by its dearth of strategy.—
Hal Brands,
Twin Cities,
13 July 2025
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This has become something of a state religion—as much a matter of ideology as of strategy.—
Frank Lavin,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Both organizations emphasized improvements made to welfare systems and reporting procedures since 2016, when Endemol merged with Shine, and again in 2020 when Banijay acquired Endemol Shine.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 July 2025
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While the visit to her home country was meant to last just 10 days, complications from a previous procedure grounded her for six months.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
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In a city where so many big plans have gone so badly for 30 years, San Diego residents shouldn’t just be wary when another bold proposal comes long — they should be terrified.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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Velvet Peanut Butter brand, with its decades-long Detroit history, will be produced in Detroit in 2026 with plans for nationwide distribution.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
11 July 2025
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The Art of Aari: Preserving Ancient Indian Techniques At the heart of Weener's collections lies the Aari technique, which is an embroidery method using a hooked needle that requires extraordinary skill and patience.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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These methods will prolong shelf life and maintain optimal flavor and texture. Peaches and nectarines contain high levels of micronutrients, particularly vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, niacin, magnesium, and phosphorus.—
Hannah Coakley,
Verywell Health,
21 July 2025
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This includes pragmatic policies on copyright and data protection, a balanced approach to onshore and offshore chip manufacturing, and removing regulatory barriers to energy use and generation.—
Christiaan Hetzner,
Fortune,
13 July 2025
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His approach to the book project was to marry the factual fidelity required of an official battalion history with a novelistic evocation of life on the front.—
Ed Caesar,
New Yorker,
13 July 2025
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Two sources told Reuters he was suspected of being involved in a scheme to embezzle millions of dollars earmarked for border defenses.—
Clare Sebastian,
CNN Money,
11 July 2025
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In the film, Superman comes under suspicion by the public and the government over his Kryptonian heritage thanks to a scheme by tech billionaire Luthor to push Superman out of the way of his grand plans to expand his criminal enterprise worldwide.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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“Formula.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formula. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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