as in format
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
the novel's intricate ordonnance might not be apparent to the casual reader
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After the field is narrowed down to the top 16 vote-getters, the competition switches into the format used in the NCAA basketball tournaments.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
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Configured as a 10-episode run at 45 minutes per episode, the project is the first in a wave of international remakes Nippon TV has lined up for the format.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2026
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The findings suggest that muscle-like coordination may emerge not solely from biochemical signaling, but also from the physical design and connectivity of the system itself.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Mar. 2026
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Fifty years ago, Chicago’s very own Weese demonstrated how to powerfully inspire us through architectural design that spoke of classical traditions in a clear new voice.—
Edward Keegan,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2026
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The Ravel composition for which the film is named plays over a black screen, then fades into birdsong.—
Holden Seidlitz,
New Yorker,
20 Mar. 2026
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Still, state-by-state variations in debt collectors’ business strategy, the composition of household debt and weaker regulations on predatory loans could play into Texas’ high debt collection burdens, McClendon said.—
William Tong,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Lynch allegedly told the individual how to get into the house and provided detailed information about its appearance, layout and items inside the home.—
Katie Houlis,
CBS News,
22 Mar. 2026
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With its elegant styling, comfortable three-row layout and strong hybrid powertrain, the TX stands as a polished new flagship in Lexus’ SUV lineup.—
Sponsored Content,
Denver Post,
21 Mar. 2026
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That arrangement seems to have been paused — superseded by the needs of the Gulf conflict.—
Obi Anyadike,
semafor.com,
23 Mar. 2026
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The Sox had a standard defensive arrangement Saturday against the Reds, with Murakami at first, Chase Meidroth and Colson Montgomery as the second base-shortstop combination and Miguel Vargas at third.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2026
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Democrat, Republican, and independent voters (timely) often fall into the same flawed pattern when judging the nation's condition.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 Mar. 2026
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The pattern-aware Moon activates your 10th House of Career, supporting practical steps that showcase your skills and leadership in all settings.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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The period, which spans four weeks leading up to Christmas, is reserved for prayer, reflection and preparation with themes like hope, peace, joy and love.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
17 Mar. 2026
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That’s a theme that Mayeri doesn’t taken lightly, as the film eventually morphs from wacky curiosity to deep reflection.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Ordonnance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ordonnance. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.
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