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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Noun
  • The league has not finalized the format.
    Jenna West, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Looking ahead, Advisry plans to expand beyond the runway into formats that allow people to engage with the brand in their everyday lives, without losing the layered narratives that define its shows.
    Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Other Notable Winners NBC’s Saturday Night Live earned recognition beyond its anniversary special, taking home three technical awards in areas like set design, lighting, and sound.
    Marc Berman, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
  • From Practicality to Personality Butter dishes have a long history; early designs often featured lids or even ice chambers to prevent spoilage.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Similarly, the discreetly mournful compositions of Giorgio Matteo and Aki Oliviero’s score hover politely on the periphery of the (in)action, careful not to intrude.
    Jessica Kiang, Variety, 4 Sep. 2025
  • CaSSIS, meanwhile, could provide insights into 3I/ATLAS' volatile activity and its composition.
    Andrew Jones, Space.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • With enough space for an open kitchen, living room, dining area, and even a small bathroom, the fully customizable cabin kit can be tailored to any layout.
    Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Smythson’s Portobello notebook—famously toted by Gwyneth Paltrow during her victorious lawsuit defense—also appears in this helpful planner iteration with a week-to-view layout.
    Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Guests can also save up to 35 percent off on rates and special arrangements by booking directly with the hotel.
    Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2025
  • The event’s sheen is visually obvious, with pink and blue balloon arrangements that would go pop every few minutes amid the windy summer heat of Queens.
    Essence, Essence, 6 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • As of 2024, about 28% of young adults were living on their own with jobs – the most common milestone pattern among people ages 25 to 34.
    Sara Chernikoff, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
  • The latest clash reflects a broader pattern, with Netanyahu’s government having chronic tensions with the military echelon since the cabinet was sworn in in January 2023, often dismissing military advice.
    Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The concourses in each stand, for instance, have all been given a different theme, ranging from homages to Everton greats through to fan culture and even the city’s industrial and musical heritage.
    Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
  • The problem is that Di Constanzo seems to be intellectualizing his themes rather than dramatizing them.
    Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
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“Ordonnance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ordonnance. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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