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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 formulations
Once formulations could be adjusted seasonally, the mandate returned in the early 1950s and has stayed in place continuously – until Hegseth’s change of policy.
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Katrine L. Wallace, The Conversation, 28 Apr. 2026
Japanese sunscreen has always been the best; the lightest formulations, the silkiest textures, and some of the most affordable prices too.
—Anita Bhagwandas, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
Though mineral sunscreens have a reputation for leaving a white cast, newer formulations offer sheerer alternatives.
—ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026
Lactic acid and polyhydroxy acids are better choices for mature skin than stronger formulations.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
Aldi plans to eliminate an additional 44 ingredients from its private-label food, vitamin and supplement products, expanding its ingredient standards as part of a broader effort to simplify product formulations.
—New York Connect Team, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Some formulations won't leave a residue behind.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2026
The generation is also looking for clean ingredients, according to Tewani, coinciding with a larger push toward simpler formulations in the beauty industry.
—Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 25 Apr. 2026
Thanks to elegant formulations and expert guidance, sunless tanning is more popular than ever.
—Tori Crowther, Allure, 22 Apr. 2026
Katrine L. Wallace, The Conversation, 28 Apr. 2026
Japanese sunscreen has always been the best; the lightest formulations, the silkiest textures, and some of the most affordable prices too.
—Anita Bhagwandas, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
Though mineral sunscreens have a reputation for leaving a white cast, newer formulations offer sheerer alternatives.
—ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026
Lactic acid and polyhydroxy acids are better choices for mature skin than stronger formulations.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
Aldi plans to eliminate an additional 44 ingredients from its private-label food, vitamin and supplement products, expanding its ingredient standards as part of a broader effort to simplify product formulations.
—New York Connect Team, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Some formulations won't leave a residue behind.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2026
The generation is also looking for clean ingredients, according to Tewani, coinciding with a larger push toward simpler formulations in the beauty industry.
—Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 25 Apr. 2026
Thanks to elegant formulations and expert guidance, sunless tanning is more popular than ever.
—Tori Crowther, Allure, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formulations
Noun
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From early development to creative execution, this panel offers insight into how original ideas are brought to life across studios and continents, delivering fresh voices, distinct visual styles, and boundary-pushing humor for global audiences.—
Kevin Giraud,
Variety,
11 May 2026
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Influential voices on the right, opposed to American involvement in Iran, continue to accuse Israel of manipulating America to do its bidding in the Middle East, echoing the age-old antisemitic trope of Jews pulling the strings of global politics.—
Joshua M. Davidson,
New York Daily News,
11 May 2026
Noun
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But most are just expressions of thanks for all the good music.—
Roger Simmons,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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Lots of promises and expressions of support, but tell me true, who’s in the deal?—
Neil Senturia,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 May 2026
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Why one-time protection isn’t enough After a breach, you are often told to freeze your credit, accept the free monitoring offer and watch your statements.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
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When Jack Daniel’s launched its Aged Series back in 2021, adding age statements to the lineup for the first time in a century seemed like a natural step for the storied Tennessee distillery.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
10 May 2026
Noun
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Only its articulations and the environment in which it is felt shift.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
30 Apr. 2026
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The 1984 speech that so moved Baldwin remains one of the greatest articulations of American liberalism ever made.—
Adam Serwer,
The Atlantic,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Formulations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formulations. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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