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as in expressed
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 prepared
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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Recent Examples of formulated
The cream was formulated to hydrate the skin for 48 hours.
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Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
The index, formulated by the public and private sectors, is expected to be proposed alongside Ishiba’s plans for the economy and tackling the country’s shrinking population.
—Afp, Fortune Asia, 3 Oct. 2024
It's formulated with hydrating white cucumber and green tea leaf extract to extend up to 16 hours of transfer-free, no-budge wear time.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 3 Oct. 2024
To treat burning mouth syndrome, clonazepam is formulated as a mouthwash.
—Kelly Burch Published, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
Simply fill out the brand’s questionnaire, which extracts over 80 insights—including factors like water hardness, hair density, oil levels, and more—to develop a personalized product formulated with ingredients tailored to your concerns and goals.
—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2024
This lash serum is formulated with a ton of vitamins, peptides, and other nourishing ingredients.
—Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
Plus, the eyeshadow is formulated with skin-nourishing ingredients like monoi butter, murumuru butter, and cupuaçu butter to moisturize your lids.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2024
Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
The index, formulated by the public and private sectors, is expected to be proposed alongside Ishiba’s plans for the economy and tackling the country’s shrinking population.
—Afp, Fortune Asia, 3 Oct. 2024
It's formulated with hydrating white cucumber and green tea leaf extract to extend up to 16 hours of transfer-free, no-budge wear time.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 3 Oct. 2024
To treat burning mouth syndrome, clonazepam is formulated as a mouthwash.
—Kelly Burch Published, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
Simply fill out the brand’s questionnaire, which extracts over 80 insights—including factors like water hardness, hair density, oil levels, and more—to develop a personalized product formulated with ingredients tailored to your concerns and goals.
—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2024
This lash serum is formulated with a ton of vitamins, peptides, and other nourishing ingredients.
—Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
Plus, the eyeshadow is formulated with skin-nourishing ingredients like monoi butter, murumuru butter, and cupuaçu butter to moisturize your lids.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formulated
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Despite looking for resources, El Salvador’s president announced that the national budget 2025 won’t include the issuance of new debt, so they may be prepared for not receiving new funds from the IMF.Javier Bastardo, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Located in the Bywater neighborhood, the space’s upbeat vibe echoes the menu; think fresh seafood prepared in innovative ways; bass ceviche, vibrant green adobo shrimp, octopus with a walnut salsa negra, and fish tostadas alongside carne asada, arroz negro, costras, and sopes.Christine Chitnis, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
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But unlike most news paper editorial boards, which are composed of opinion journalists that operate separately from a publication’s newsroom, the nascent New York Editorial Board is comprised of a mix of news editors, analysts, and columnists from across the city.Brian Stelter, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
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Inyo County Search and Rescue is a nonprofit under the authority of the Sheriff’s Office and is composed entirely of unpaid volunteers.Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
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For her part, Harris has not articulated specific plans for Puerto Rico, either, and the Biden administration has faced its own challenges in addressing the island's needs.Alexander Hunter, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2024
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Such a move would establish the first multilateral arrangement of the post–Cold War era to restrict the export of commercial commodities, software, and technology for strategic reasons beyond those articulated by the four existing regimes.Emily S. Weinstein, Foreign Affairs, 15 July 2022
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Unless specifically stated, don't assume your plus one or kids are invited.Marni Jameson, arkansasonline.com, 5 Oct. 2024
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In response to a question about the rising importance of sustainability reporting, Johnson stated that ESG was an opportunity, but is becoming table stakes.Jon McGowan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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