variants
or formulae
as in recipes
a set or series of actions or components that lead to a particular result
The formula for the area of a rectangle is simple: multiply the width by the height. Hard work and dedication is a surefire formula for success.
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Recent Examples of formulas
What really set it apart from other drugstore formulas in testing was the texture and finish.
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Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 24 Apr. 2026
Flush with cash, union-friendly CalPERS lobbied the Legislature to significantly increase pension formulas rather than prepare for a rainy day.
—Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026
While results vary, most formulas can lighten your teeth between two and eight shades in about two to eight weeks.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Look for formulas with ingredients like hyaluronic acid, peptides or glycerin.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
With over 100,000 experimental recipes tested, engineers still struggle to master complex formulas and volatile crystallization cycles that are hyper-sensitive to environmental changes.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 22 Apr. 2026
These color-correcting formulas are designed to work with your skin tone to create the most natural-looking results.
—Tori Crowther, Allure, 22 Apr. 2026
Essie With over 40 years in the game, Essie delivers salon-quality formulas at an accessible price point.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 29 Mar. 2025
In the interim, only the older IDR plans – which have higher payment formulas or less generous interest subsidies – are being reopened for enrollment.
—Shahar Ziv, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 24 Apr. 2026
Flush with cash, union-friendly CalPERS lobbied the Legislature to significantly increase pension formulas rather than prepare for a rainy day.
—Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026
While results vary, most formulas can lighten your teeth between two and eight shades in about two to eight weeks.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Look for formulas with ingredients like hyaluronic acid, peptides or glycerin.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
With over 100,000 experimental recipes tested, engineers still struggle to master complex formulas and volatile crystallization cycles that are hyper-sensitive to environmental changes.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 22 Apr. 2026
These color-correcting formulas are designed to work with your skin tone to create the most natural-looking results.
—Tori Crowther, Allure, 22 Apr. 2026
Essie With over 40 years in the game, Essie delivers salon-quality formulas at an accessible price point.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 29 Mar. 2025
In the interim, only the older IDR plans – which have higher payment formulas or less generous interest subsidies – are being reopened for enrollment.
—Shahar Ziv, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formulas
Noun
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The guide also offered practical advice in the form of meal and snack strategies, as well as menus and recipes.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
30 Apr. 2026
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According to Federal Donuts Founders In addition to recipes, the new Federal Donuts book also includes a definitive guide to donuts across the country.—
Hannah Wallace,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The guide also offered practical advice in the form of meal and snack strategies, as well as menus and recipes.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
30 Apr. 2026
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Weight-loss strategies can include increasing exercise and improving your diet.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
30 Apr. 2026
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Dozens of major health insurers, including Cigna, Aetna and United Healthcare, last year pledged to make fewer medical procedures require pre-authorization and to speed up the review process.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
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Walker, however, agreed with the majority that the president cannot deport migrants to countries where they will be persecuted or strip them of mandatory procedures that protect against their removal.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
25 Apr. 2026
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All of it is encrypted, and some of it could be stored by actors anticipating that current encryption methods may become less effective over time.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Little in the past acknowledged his preference for lethal injection between the two methods, sharing concerns over the impacts on corrections officials from participating in a firing squad execution.—
Kevin Fixler
April 29,
Idaho Statesman,
29 Apr. 2026
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Shopify has begun allowing merchants to accept USDC payments, and Western Union just announced plans to offer a stablecoin on the Solana blockchain.—
Jack Kubinec,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2026
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The attorney said Bjornstad had once hoped to pilot the app with Oregon State, but the ongoing situation has complicated those plans.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Formulas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formulas. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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