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
The lightweight formula glides on without buildup, while a blend of camelina, coconut, and olive oils keeps hair soft and shiny.
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Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 5 June 2025
Most babies still prefer breast milk or formula at first.
—Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 4 June 2025
The formula worked well for Shrinking, Platonic, Bad Monkey, and The Studio, but the streamer’s streak ends with Stick.
—Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 3 June 2025
Its ultra-concentrated formulas minimize water and packaging waste.
—Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
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Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 5 June 2025
Most babies still prefer breast milk or formula at first.
—Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 4 June 2025
The formula worked well for Shrinking, Platonic, Bad Monkey, and The Studio, but the streamer’s streak ends with Stick.
—Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 3 June 2025
Its ultra-concentrated formulas minimize water and packaging waste.
—Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for formula
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Margaritas Mexican Restaurant in East Hartford has debuted a summer menu that infuses lobster into various signature recipes.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
31 May 2025
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Fresh summer strawberries are truly celebrated to their full potential in this pretty trifle recipe.—
Mary Alice Russell,
Southern Living,
31 May 2025
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These changes were more than just rebrands: each new name came along with a fundamentally different business strategy.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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But, at this point, Edelman believes that advisers who value diversification as a strategy in their clients’ portfolio — eg, across asset classes, sectors, etc. — would be remiss not to recommend adding at least a small amount of digital asset exposure.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
7 June 2025
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Cosmetic surgery figures into the film’s tart exchanges, and into its plot as well (there’s an extreme procedure, which costs several hundred grand, that’s there to give the audience major pause).—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
9 June 2025
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Part of the reason for the increase is a change in procedure.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2025
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The Democratic governor said that a plan to regulate cannabis in the state is needed to protect children, who can often obtain intoxicating hemp products without restrictions.—
A.J. Herrington,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Some health insurance plans will cover naloxone, and some state and local health departments may give out this medication free of charge.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
5 June 2025
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While hemp can be used for industrial methods, it’s also used for medicinal purposes.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 June 2025
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Pricing can also vary by region, and depending on third-party payment methods, additional taxes or international transaction fees may apply.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
3 June 2025
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Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 June 2025
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This unified approach streamlines payment processes and enhances scalability and adaptability in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.—
Grace Butler,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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At the end of February, a pedestrian was hit in West London by an ebike rider in West London — not a rental or sharing scheme, to be clear — and died after a month in hospital.—
Nicole Kobie,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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This scheme netted Smith over $10 million in royalties before he was caught.—
Tyler Hicks,
Rolling Stone,
5 June 2025
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“Formula.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formula. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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