variants
or formulae
as in recipes
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 formulas
Many modern formulas combine both for broad-spectrum protection.
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Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 26 Sep. 2025
Pesticides aren't recommended because boxelder bugs have developed a resistance to many standard formulas.
—Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2025
Our Top Picks From quick-dry formulas perfect for beginners to long-lasting bond-and-seal systems built for days of wear, these are the best eyelash glues worth adding to your makeup kit.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 25 Sep. 2025
Powered by Hyaluronic Moisture Complex and shea fatty acids, these sulfate- and silicone-free formulas deliver intense hydration, shine and definition that lasts up to seven days.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
This depends on the formulas and how well your body absorbs them.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 23 Sep. 2025
Founded in Spain in 1975, this skincare brand combines sun protection and anti-aging in its formulas, targeting issues like hyperpigmentation, wrinkles and fine lines, and more.
—Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 22 Sep. 2025
Researchers used formulas in combination with measurements of the fossils to estimate how large the ancient right whale might have been.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 22 Sep. 2025
Clear gel or quick-dry formulas tend to transfer less and leave fewer marks.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2025
Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 26 Sep. 2025
Pesticides aren't recommended because boxelder bugs have developed a resistance to many standard formulas.
—Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2025
Our Top Picks From quick-dry formulas perfect for beginners to long-lasting bond-and-seal systems built for days of wear, these are the best eyelash glues worth adding to your makeup kit.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 25 Sep. 2025
Powered by Hyaluronic Moisture Complex and shea fatty acids, these sulfate- and silicone-free formulas deliver intense hydration, shine and definition that lasts up to seven days.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
This depends on the formulas and how well your body absorbs them.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 23 Sep. 2025
Founded in Spain in 1975, this skincare brand combines sun protection and anti-aging in its formulas, targeting issues like hyperpigmentation, wrinkles and fine lines, and more.
—Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 22 Sep. 2025
Researchers used formulas in combination with measurements of the fossils to estimate how large the ancient right whale might have been.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 22 Sep. 2025
Clear gel or quick-dry formulas tend to transfer less and leave fewer marks.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formulas
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Some of our dump cake recipes use butter in slabs on top of dry mix.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
27 Sep. 2025
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Many are from the Caribbean and cook recipes handed down for generations.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
27 Sep. 2025
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Each issue is filled with breaking news, deep insights, and exclusive strategies for becoming a better traveler.—
Christopher Elliott,
USA Today,
29 Sep. 2025
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As a microschool founder, Shackelford shapes her school’s culture, including library selections, after-school activities, and community engagement strategies.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
28 Sep. 2025
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Here are some of the less invasive procedures seducing Hollywood, as well as some of their most sought-after practitioners.—
Elycia Rubin,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Sep. 2025
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The delay will allow time for Parton to undergo medical procedures and recover, the post stated.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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The dispute affected educators and policymakers statewide — but Pendleton managed to take the best of both literacy methods and apply them to the 130,000-plus students then enrolled in San Diego schools, Lopez said.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Sep. 2025
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HydroSpread’s approach allows scientists to produce delicate, floating devices that would have been difficult or impossible to make using conventional methods.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Sep. 2025
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The parents of a girl who was among the victims who perished in flooding waters at Texas’ Camp Mystic in July have condemned the camp's plans to reopen while their daughter’s body remains missing.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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Yuna is making plans to visit her brother’s grave with her boyfriend.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Formulas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formulas. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.
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