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
Trust us, the drugstore aisles are rife with formulas boasting elegant finishes and suitable for sensitive or acne-prone skin—all at a great value.
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Jenny Berg, Glamour, 29 May 2026
Statistics posted by the Florida Senate’s professional staff show that two of the mathematical formulas used by redistricting experts and recognized by courts show the new 25th District is the least compact congressional district in the state.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 28 May 2026
The key to the best travel skincare routine is not just using quality formulas, but also investing in products that also offer travel-friendly sizes—and Tata Harper (the same brand that Taylor Swift was spotted using as her go-to cleanser in The End of an Era)has that in the (toiletry) bag.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 28 May 2026
The three cannabis formulas performed alike, with 11 of 13 health measures improved at nearly the same rate no matter which product patients used, according to the findings.
—Dario Sabaghi, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
With the trend away from toxic chemical control of plant pests and diseases, treatment formulas concocted from benign household products are on the rise.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 28 May 2026
In a beauty landscape increasingly centered around hybrid formulas, peptides offer genuine benefits to one’s pout.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 22 May 2026
Niacinamide, glycerin, panthenol, Centella asiatica, aloe, and bisabolol provide plenty of hydration and calming support, offsetting the dry, tight feeling that mineral formulas can sometimes leave behind.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 May 2026
The average consumer has become smarter on formulas, clinical testing and ingredients — with social media no longer being the only avenue to learn about new products.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 22 May 2026
Jenny Berg, Glamour, 29 May 2026
Statistics posted by the Florida Senate’s professional staff show that two of the mathematical formulas used by redistricting experts and recognized by courts show the new 25th District is the least compact congressional district in the state.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 28 May 2026
The key to the best travel skincare routine is not just using quality formulas, but also investing in products that also offer travel-friendly sizes—and Tata Harper (the same brand that Taylor Swift was spotted using as her go-to cleanser in The End of an Era)has that in the (toiletry) bag.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 28 May 2026
The three cannabis formulas performed alike, with 11 of 13 health measures improved at nearly the same rate no matter which product patients used, according to the findings.
—Dario Sabaghi, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
With the trend away from toxic chemical control of plant pests and diseases, treatment formulas concocted from benign household products are on the rise.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 28 May 2026
In a beauty landscape increasingly centered around hybrid formulas, peptides offer genuine benefits to one’s pout.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 22 May 2026
Niacinamide, glycerin, panthenol, Centella asiatica, aloe, and bisabolol provide plenty of hydration and calming support, offsetting the dry, tight feeling that mineral formulas can sometimes leave behind.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 May 2026
The average consumer has become smarter on formulas, clinical testing and ingredients — with social media no longer being the only avenue to learn about new products.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formulas
Noun
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The backyard barbecue has become stale over the past few years with the same foods, sauces, and recipes.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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Join MyRecipes—your personal home for recipes—to easily save and organize your favorites, plus thousands more, in one convenient place.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
28 May 2026
Noun
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Successful retirement planning requires preparing for these scenarios by maintaining diversified investments, adjusting withdrawal strategies, and planning for rising long-term expenses.—
David Kudla,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Edwards Lifesciences checks the boxes that matter most for our momentum strategies — solid fundamentals, a meaningful growth tilt and a stock price beginning to confirm the story that the business is telling.—
Josh Brown,Sean Russo,
CNBC,
28 May 2026
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Usually, the trial judges are familiar with most procedures — often much more than the counsel who appear before them.—
Jay Adkisson,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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Restaurants that receive more than 30 demerits are required to immediately fix the most critical violations and start corrective procedures on all the other violations within 48 hours.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 May 2026
Noun
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Establish the right principles, deliver it with the right language and methods, and all tides will rise.—
Spencer Nusbaum,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Insurance technology Insurers have also adopted different methods of assessing risk that have combined to raise premiums, Bach said.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
27 May 2026
Noun
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Many teachers also volunteered extra time to help build lesson plans with Halverson and his assistant principals.—
Jourdan Rodrigue,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Nothing says Connecticut meet-cute like bonding over melting ice cream while a boat slowly delays everyone’s plans.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
27 May 2026
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“Formulas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formulas. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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