Thesaurus results for FORMULATE

formulate

verb

ˈfȯr-myə-ˌlāt

Definition of formulate

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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Recent Examples of formulate It’s formulated with smart, effective ingredients like niacinamide, which is there to improve the scalp’s moisture retention. — Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 30 July 2026 This texturizing spray is formulated with packed with nutrient-dense ingredients that support hair health while also adding a weightless volumizing finish. — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 28 July 2026 Dermatologists are weighing in, brands are formulating around it and consumers priced out of in-office treatments are eyeing it as the next at-home upgrade. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 27 July 2026 The starting point for UPDATE was to completely rethink how energy drinks are formulated. — Clara Ludmir, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for formulate

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Many party figures expressed concern that Lawrence's progressive views could cost Democrats the seat in November.

— Diana Paulsen, ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026
Cowan shared her decision on social media, expressing pride in her career despite the recent setbacks.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of express

Verb

While the summer focuses on prepared foods, the Toupses also do holiday drop-offs during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and even Valentine’s Day that provide ingredients for preparing festive meals at home.

— Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2026
The accident occurred while the plane was conducting a sightseeing flight and preparing to begin its return journey, according to police reports to local press.

— Joe Kottke, NBC news, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of prepare

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Every year, the Fuller family comes together to celebrate his birthday and death anniversary, something his aunt says helps to keep his spirit alive in the community.

— Maveah Griffith, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026
But in comments to The Sacramento Bee, spokespeople for the two companies both said that regardless of how the new ESA interpretation runs out, their timber operations will not destroy marbled murrelet habitat.

— Lizzie Kane, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026

Definition of say

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Epitalon is a peptide composed of four amino acids, and it has been studied for its potential effects on aging, cellular function, sleep disorders and longevity.

— Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 31 July 2026
Rosalía producer Raül Refree composed the series’ original soundtrack.

— John Hopewell, Variety, 30 July 2026

Definition of compose

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More than polished service, omotenashi describes a host’s ability to sense what would make a guest feel comfortable, delighted, or seen, then act before the guest has to articulate a need.

— Ashlea Halpern, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Aug. 2026
DeepSeek’s January 2025 announcement compelled many observers to acknowledge a trajectory that Beijing had been articulating through industrial policies, successive Five-Year Plans, and national technology strategies for more than a decade.

— Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of articulate

Verb

Rodriguez became a rotation mainstay for six seasons and eventually netted the Red Sox a compensatory draft pick upon his departure in free agency that the club used to draft Roman Anthony.

— Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 2 Aug. 2026
The Packers added free agent Benjamin St-Juste and drafted Brandon Cisse in the second round this offseason.

— Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of draft

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Meanwhile, Roten and her husband are stretched thin, putting renovations of what was supposed to be a starter home on hold.

— Natasha Chen, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
The Moon’s Shadow Returns Published on NASA’s YouTube channel on July 29, the short trailer puts the emotional impact of totality front and center.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of put

Verb

People can write about changing tastes, but as characters that grow and evolve through the decades, there are none better than the Marvel characters — and none better than Peter Parker.

— Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026
This is a more bullish take than the German bank's previous forecast on June 23, written when inflation fears were rife.

— Joseph Wilkins, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2026

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