Thesaurus results for FORMULATED

formulated

verb

past tense of formulate

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 powerhouse product is formulated with a triple vitamin C complex to deliver a bright, even, radiant complexion. — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026 LipLift is powered by the brand’s proprietary Hyaluron Peptide-6 BioFill, a topical volumizing technology formulated with six advanced biomimetic peptides, hyaluronic acid oil, poly-hyaluronic acid filling spheres and bioidentical skin lipids. — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 4 Aug. 2026 Enzyme cleaners are formulated to tackle certain biological (organic) messes (think everything from blood to the accident your pup had on the carpet) by breaking down the compounds that make these stains and odors difficult to remove. — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 3 Aug. 2026 It’s also formulated without potentially irritating ingredients like phthalates, parabens and mineral oil. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026 The lightweight formula is extremely hydrating, formulated with hyaluronic acid to help lock in moisture and niacinamide to improve the skin’s appearance. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 31 July 2026 Underarm Antiperspirant Lotion Stick is formulated with a unique blend of clinical and naturally derived ingredients to control sweat, prevent odor and nourish skin. — ABC News, 21 July 2026 Florastor’s Digest + Skin Renew Probiotic is formulated to work from the inside out, providing digestive balance and botanicals to boost younger-looking skin. — Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 18 July 2026 If the dirt is particularly heavy on metal or aluminum railings, use a cleaner formulated for aluminum or other specific metal. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 18 July 2026

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Verb

The entire Board of Education has expressed support for lobbying for additional state money.

— Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026
Stitt expressed confidence that states would hold elections without federal intervention while noting his support for the voting bill.

— ABC News, ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of expressed

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At the buffet, fill your plate with local cheeses, breads, muesli and cured meats like Schopfspeck prepared by the on-site butcher, or order from the à la carte menu and watch as the chefs prepare each dish in the open kitchen.

— Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 3 Aug. 2026
Alfonsi departed after clashing with Bari Weiss, CBS News’ editor in chief, who delayed the airing of a report the journalist had prepared investigating the deportation of migrants to harsh prisons in Venezuela.

— Brian Steinberg, Variety, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of prepared

Verb

When reached via email Monday, City Attorney Tom Carpenter said his office did not draft the 18-month proposal.

— Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 4 Aug. 2026
Speaking to Radio Jornalera NJ, an independent Spanish language media outlet, Lopez-Cornejo’s mother, María, said her son took medication for diabetes, high blood pressure, and seizures.

— Alex Stambaugh, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of said

Verb

The other, more significant section is composed of portraits of the designer, along with several dozen fashion images, arranged chronologically.

— Naomi Fry, New Yorker, 1 Aug. 2026
Just look what Joseph Stalin or Mao Zedong did, and what happened in Eastern Europe, where the body count was composed of average working people.

— Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of composed

Verb

Officials attempted life-saving measures, but the fire captain ultimately succumbed to her injuries, the release stated.

— Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026
But even with the large number of new faces, the KU head coach stated that this year’s group has been playing with improved communication and confidence since the spring, crediting players such as Lathan for taking on a more vocal role.

— Christian Marshall, Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of stated

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If the answer swings on how the question was phrased, the model is not measuring anything about the match.

— Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
The way it's being phrased, the innuendo there that transgender women are predators of some kind in the locker room.

— Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026

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