as in voice
an act, process, or means of putting something into words
his letter was a very accurate formulation of his thoughts on the matter
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Recent Examples of formulation
The formulation all but promises a long-lasting, hydrated look and feel.
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John Monaco, InStyle, 1 Apr. 2026
In 2023, the FDA banned compounding pharmacies (non-standard pharmacies that produce customized formulations for patients) from producing 14 specific peptides.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
What’s Really on Shelves Reduced and alternative sugar formulations built on monk fruit, allulose, stevia and date syrup are expanding across retail.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 30 Mar. 2026
Others have used less precise formulations.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 30 Mar. 2026
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John Monaco, InStyle, 1 Apr. 2026
In 2023, the FDA banned compounding pharmacies (non-standard pharmacies that produce customized formulations for patients) from producing 14 specific peptides.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
What’s Really on Shelves Reduced and alternative sugar formulations built on monk fruit, allulose, stevia and date syrup are expanding across retail.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 30 Mar. 2026
Others have used less precise formulations.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 30 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for formulation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formulation
Noun
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Hameed provides the voice and remote puppetry, while Shah inhabits the bear costume onstage.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Gary Gerould has endeared himself to generations of fans as one of the most beloved figures in franchise history over 41 seasons as the radio voice of the Sacramento Kings.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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At least that was my expression.—
David Sedaris,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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Elder most recently served as vice president of brand strategy and creative expression at Purpose Brands, whose portfolio includes Anytime Fitness, Waxing the City, The Bar Method, Stronger U and Basecamp Fitness.—
Pioneer Press,
Twin Cities,
12 Apr. 2026
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That is also reflected in the latest analysis of the bill by senate staff, which includes possible new wording focusing only on the assessment and not on establishing a new policy to bring back grizzlies.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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According to the wording of the bill, a library board would need majority approval from a city council for these staffing decisions.—
Rose Evans
Updated March 30,
Idaho Statesman,
30 Mar. 2026
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If Kimbangu’s articulation of a homegrown theology of Black liberation appealed to many Congolese in violent colonial times, now his message resonates differently as Congo faces instability stemming from a violent rebellion in the east.—
Rodney Muhumuza,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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Her use of a pick, precise articulation, and inventive phrasing helped establish a new approach to electric bass playing in popular music.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Beaumont Police Department Just two days after Kim's disappearance, Terry Rose willingly came into the police station and provided a statement.—
Peter Van Sant,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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The Tulare County Sheriff's Office (TCSO) said in a statement shared on Facebook that Morales opened fire on them, striking an officer later identified as Deputy Randy Hoppert, 35.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
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“Formulation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formulation. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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