as in recipe
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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In what’s becoming the show’s formula, this premiere episode catches us up to what’s changed in the time since the last season finale.
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Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 11 July 2025
This formula by Beauty of Joseon proves that Korea shines in even the tinted sunscreen realm.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 11 July 2025
Color Wow’s Dream Coat Supernatural Spray outranked 14 other anti-humidity hair products and earned the best overall pick from Southern Living for its non-greasy, lightweight formula, impressive anti-frizz properties, and long-lasting results.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 11 July 2025
The result was a cannabis-specific formula, first at 62% RH, then at 58% for more smoke-ready flower, engineered to retain terpenes, prevent weight loss and improve shelf life.
—Javier Hasse, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
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Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 11 July 2025
This formula by Beauty of Joseon proves that Korea shines in even the tinted sunscreen realm.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 11 July 2025
Color Wow’s Dream Coat Supernatural Spray outranked 14 other anti-humidity hair products and earned the best overall pick from Southern Living for its non-greasy, lightweight formula, impressive anti-frizz properties, and long-lasting results.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 11 July 2025
The result was a cannabis-specific formula, first at 62% RH, then at 58% for more smoke-ready flower, engineered to retain terpenes, prevent weight loss and improve shelf life.
—Javier Hasse, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for formula
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No, most of the recipes being served out there consist of the following three main ingredients: coconut water, orange juice and pink salt.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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Since 1959, generations of South Floridians have savored their chili dogs (plus fries, onion rings, and tots) blanketed with Flaminia’s original recipe.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
4 July 2025
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First, its exercise of power is weakened by its dearth of strategy.—
Hal Brands,
Twin Cities,
13 July 2025
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This has become something of a state religion—as much a matter of ideology as of strategy.—
Frank Lavin,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Back in March, the Crüe was forced to postpone their Las Vegas residency so Neil could undergo a vocal procedure, though no specifics were given.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
14 July 2025
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Healthcare Administration: If agents can update patient records or schedule procedures, mistakes can compromise patient safety and violate privacy laws.—
Calum Chace,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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In a city where so many big plans have gone so badly for 30 years, San Diego residents shouldn’t just be wary when another bold proposal comes long — they should be terrified.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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Velvet Peanut Butter brand, with its decades-long Detroit history, will be produced in Detroit in 2026 with plans for nationwide distribution.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
11 July 2025
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Officials also cited the efficiency of shipping on America's inland waterways compared to other methods.—
Connor Giffin,
The Courier-Journal,
9 July 2025
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This is a smart age-appropriate method for preparing your child for new experiences, and can easily be recreated at home if your child is still nervous about the dentist even after listening to the song.—
Marilyn La Jeunesse,
Parents,
9 July 2025
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His approach to the book project was to marry the factual fidelity required of an official battalion history with a novelistic evocation of life on the front.—
Ed Caesar,
New Yorker,
13 July 2025
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There are many different types of crabgrass (Digitaria spp), but getting rid of them requires the same approach, says Waltz.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
13 July 2025
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In the film, Superman comes under suspicion by the public and the government over his Kryptonian heritage thanks to a scheme by tech billionaire Luthor to push Superman out of the way of his grand plans to expand his criminal enterprise worldwide.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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Two sources told Reuters he was suspected of being involved in a scheme to embezzle millions of dollars earmarked for border defenses.—
Clare Sebastian,
CNN Money,
11 July 2025
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“Formula.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formula. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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