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as in to express
to convey in appropriate or telling terms
the doctor was trying to formulate a good way to tell her that she would need surgery
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as in to prepare
to put (something) into proper and usually carefully worked out written form
a writer planning to formulate a response to what he considered a very unfair review of his work
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Dishwashers are designed specifically for dishwasher detergent, which is formulated to be low-sudsing.
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Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2024
This lash serum is formulated with a ton of vitamins, peptides, and other nourishing ingredients.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2024
Every product is formulated with their exclusive Commence Complex, a blend of alfalfa extract to support hair growth, quinoa peptides to add volume, acai stem cells for antioxidants that provide anti-aging perks and a Lactobacillus ferment, bio-fermentation technology that calms the scalp.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
Editor’s tip: This mild exfoliant is formulated with lavender oil, which helps soothe skin while providing a comforting aroma that’ll enhance your evening skincare ritual.
—Emily Orofino, Allure, 29 Oct. 2024
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Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2024
This lash serum is formulated with a ton of vitamins, peptides, and other nourishing ingredients.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2024
Every product is formulated with their exclusive Commence Complex, a blend of alfalfa extract to support hair growth, quinoa peptides to add volume, acai stem cells for antioxidants that provide anti-aging perks and a Lactobacillus ferment, bio-fermentation technology that calms the scalp.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
Editor’s tip: This mild exfoliant is formulated with lavender oil, which helps soothe skin while providing a comforting aroma that’ll enhance your evening skincare ritual.
—Emily Orofino, Allure, 29 Oct. 2024
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On Saturday, Elvira Monk expressed relief at the prospect of arrests in her brother’s death.Nate Gartrell, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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For some horror-thriller heads, the moment might recall a similar sentiment expressed in the original Speak No Evil, Christian Tafdrup’s 2022 film about a family who gets tortured, and ultimately killed, by a sociopath who takes advantage of their middle-class politeness.Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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But a fight in the Pacific is not the only scenario the United States must be prepared for (and, ideally, deter), and readiness in other arenas will require addressing other deficiencies.Kori Schake, Foreign Affairs, 8 Nov. 2024
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In a nighttime video, a group of men is seen blocking traffic on a highway and slicking the roadway to prepare for the race.Antonio Planas, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
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With many variables at play, White Castle hasn't measured whether Flippy has improved employee retention, Richardson said.Queenie Wong Los Angeles Times (TNS), arkansasonline.com, 4 Nov. 2024
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Thankfully, Brewster said director Vaughn Stein was a joy to work with.David Faris, Newsweek, 3 Nov. 2024
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For the small screen, Jones composed the theme songs for shows including Sanford and Son, Ironside and The Bill Cosby Show.Rebecca Iannucci, TVLine, 4 Nov. 2024
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In addition to his film work, Jones composed the music for the landmark television miniseries Roots in 1977.Tim Lammers, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Donald Trump’s stunning victory Tuesday either sent Kamala Harris’s celebrity supporters into social media meltdowns or left them trying to articulate their grief and disbelief.Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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In her debut monograph, ten Have shares some of her wisdom by articulating four principles for styling, demonstrated by imagery from four seasons.Maya Ibbitson, Architectural Digest, 4 Nov. 2024
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The bill’s author, City Councilmember Crystal Hudson, drafted the measure in response to ProPublica’s reporting.Jake Pearson, ProPublica, 8 Nov. 2024
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Boys in Michigan are drafted to fight boys in the Middle East.Peter D. Feaver, Foreign Affairs, 6 Nov. 2024
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The fact that China tolerated open criticism of North Korea’s leadership put further strain on the relationship between the two governments.Sungmin Cho, Foreign Affairs, 12 Nov. 2024
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Pearsall’s first career touchdown had put the 49ers ahead 7-0, once a replay confirmed Pearsall’s 46-yard catch-and-run.Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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Election denialism could spark violence after a close race, the Editorial Board writes.Defne Karabatur, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2024
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Peaky Blinders creator and Spencer screenwriter Steven Knight wrote the script for Maria prior to 2023's Hollywood WGA strike, allowing for the movie to begin filming soon after that strike ended in September.Charna Flam, People.com, 24 Oct. 2024
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“Formulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formulate. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.
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