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as in expressed
to convey in appropriate or telling terms
the doctor was trying to formulate a good way to tell her that she would need surgery
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as in prepared
to put (something) into proper and usually carefully worked out written form
a writer planning to formulate a response to what he considered a very unfair review of his work
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Recent Examples of formulated
Medications are formulated for efficacy and safety.
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Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 8 Mar. 2026
Most balanced fertilizers, especially those formulated for roses, contain macronutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium) and micronutrients (iron, calcium, and magnesium).
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
This lightweight, hydrating concealer is formulated with the hero ingredient centella asiatica to calm and soothe redness.
—Taryn Brooke, Glamour, 6 Mar. 2026
The technology relies on a capture mechanism rather than on bacteria-killing chemistry and is formulated without heavy metals or PFAS.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 5 Mar. 2026
The skin care pick is formulated with thiamidol, a key ingredient to help with hyperpigmentation and dark spots, plus it’s packed with hyaluronic acid to hydrate, plump, and smooth.
—Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
Olay Super Serum Body Wash for Normal Skin Olay Super Serum Body Wash is formulated with ingredients such as vitamin E, collagen peptide, vitamin C, niacinamide, and BHA, which combine to create a powerful formula that hydrates, firms, brightens, evens, and smooths the skin.
—Claire West, Parents, 27 Feb. 2026
Various tools, such as codes of conduct that detail ethical standards, can be formulated for candidates, media and businesses.
—Shelley Inglis, The Conversation, 26 Feb. 2026
Both are formulated with ultra-fine rice starches that dissipate without a trace and absorb product buildup for that just-washed, clean look.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 22 Feb. 2026
Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 8 Mar. 2026
Most balanced fertilizers, especially those formulated for roses, contain macronutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium) and micronutrients (iron, calcium, and magnesium).
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
This lightweight, hydrating concealer is formulated with the hero ingredient centella asiatica to calm and soothe redness.
—Taryn Brooke, Glamour, 6 Mar. 2026
The technology relies on a capture mechanism rather than on bacteria-killing chemistry and is formulated without heavy metals or PFAS.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 5 Mar. 2026
The skin care pick is formulated with thiamidol, a key ingredient to help with hyperpigmentation and dark spots, plus it’s packed with hyaluronic acid to hydrate, plump, and smooth.
—Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
Olay Super Serum Body Wash for Normal Skin Olay Super Serum Body Wash is formulated with ingredients such as vitamin E, collagen peptide, vitamin C, niacinamide, and BHA, which combine to create a powerful formula that hydrates, firms, brightens, evens, and smooths the skin.
—Claire West, Parents, 27 Feb. 2026
Various tools, such as codes of conduct that detail ethical standards, can be formulated for candidates, media and businesses.
—Shelley Inglis, The Conversation, 26 Feb. 2026
Both are formulated with ultra-fine rice starches that dissipate without a trace and absorb product buildup for that just-washed, clean look.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 22 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formulated
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Members of the Zoning Commission and residents alike expressed a desire for Oncor to allow an outside entity to perform an independent environmental assessment.—
Emily Holshouser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
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Josh Coyne, a former City Hall staffer who lives in Point Loma and now works for the Downtown San Diego Partnership, expressed more support.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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The drone attack killed nine people, including three children, and injured at least eight others as the leader of the Simon Pele gang prepared to distribute gifts to children in the area.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Mar. 2026
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While the properly prepared, boiled three times, tender spring leaves of this plant are the main ingredient in poke sallet, a fixture of Southern cuisine, the plant is truly toxic.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
10 Mar. 2026
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A week after trading for cornerback Trent McDuffie, the Rams on Monday agreed to terms with cornerback Jaylen Watson, a person with knowledge of the situation said.—
Senior Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Patrick De Haan, Head of Petroleum Analysis at GasBuddy, said in post on X the price of gas is likely to continue to rise as the war continues.—
Keith Laing,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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Colin Stetson composed the score.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
13 Mar. 2026
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The fact that the team is almost entirely composed of Americans with Italian heritage is by now well-known and lovingly mocked on both sides of the Atlantic.—
Sara Germano,
Sportico.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Weiss has articulated a plan to focus more heavily on digital audiences, even though CBS News’ TV properties continue to draw more advertising.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
5 Mar. 2026
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The debate has also spilled into conservative media, where some commentators have questioned whether the administration clearly articulated its objectives.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Mar. 2026
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But Rushing was drafted by the Dodgers in 2022 and his career path is blocked by one of the best catchers in baseball, Will Smith, a fact cemented by the 10-year contract extension signed by Smith in March 2024.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
11 Mar. 2026
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Adebayo, who was drafted by the Heat with 14th overall pick in 2017, is known for his elite ability on the defensive end.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
11 Mar. 2026
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When Cipriani first threatened to sue in February, Shell’s attorney at the time, Patricia Glaser, stated that the claims were without merit.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
9 Mar. 2026
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But, under penalty of perjury, in March 2010 Snyder stated his personal tax debt was uncollectible and instead offered to pay $1,000, prosecutors said.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
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That echoed similar sentiments—though perhaps a bit more critically phrased—from fellow racers.—
Adam Ismail,
The Drive,
12 Mar. 2026
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Nothing is inherently natural about self-interest, deregulation, or capital accumulation, even if Smith phrased it as such.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Formulated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formulated. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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