variants
or formulae
as in recipes
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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Recent Examples of formulas
Essie With over 40 years in the game, Essie delivers salon-quality formulas at an accessible price point.
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Iman Balagam, Vogue, 29 Mar. 2025
Then, there are mineral, chemical, and hybrid formulas to test and choose between, based on your skin type and personal preferences.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 29 Mar. 2025
Think about a paddle brush as the perfect tool for painting on (in the literal sense) your liquid and gel formulas in a sweeping motion.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2025
With its compact brush head and handle size, it can be tossed into any bag and work with any cream or liquid makeup formulas.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2025
The brush head’s medium-density packing of fine synthetic bristles blends out liquid formulas in a flash with a feather-light feeling.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2025
A little over two decades later, tubing mascaras have transformed from unsung makeup bag heroes to must-have mascara formulas.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2025
In the interim, only the older IDR plans – which have higher payment formulas or less generous interest subsidies – are being reopened for enrollment.
—Shahar Ziv, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
For the best spot-cleaning solution, Thornton recommends a deep-cleaning solution that’s simple and gentle—no Borax or complex formulas from Amazon needed.
—Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Architectural Digest, 24 Mar. 2025
Iman Balagam, Vogue, 29 Mar. 2025
Then, there are mineral, chemical, and hybrid formulas to test and choose between, based on your skin type and personal preferences.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 29 Mar. 2025
Think about a paddle brush as the perfect tool for painting on (in the literal sense) your liquid and gel formulas in a sweeping motion.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2025
With its compact brush head and handle size, it can be tossed into any bag and work with any cream or liquid makeup formulas.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2025
The brush head’s medium-density packing of fine synthetic bristles blends out liquid formulas in a flash with a feather-light feeling.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2025
A little over two decades later, tubing mascaras have transformed from unsung makeup bag heroes to must-have mascara formulas.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2025
In the interim, only the older IDR plans – which have higher payment formulas or less generous interest subsidies – are being reopened for enrollment.
—Shahar Ziv, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
For the best spot-cleaning solution, Thornton recommends a deep-cleaning solution that’s simple and gentle—no Borax or complex formulas from Amazon needed.
—Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Architectural Digest, 24 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formulas
Noun
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While there’s no superfluous AI integrated, the smart oven connects to an app that guides the oven how to cook specific recipes.—
Andrew Watman,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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The tech isn't just about recipes.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
8 Jan. 2025
Noun
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As reported, the German e-commerce giant aims to seize 15 percent of Europe’s 450 billion euro fashion market by tweaking its B2B and B2C strategies.—
Tianwei Zhang,
WWD,
6 Jan. 2025
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Applying this challenge in everyday decision-making can lead to more robust strategies and solutions.—
Kevin Kruse,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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To abate — or remove — asbestos from a home or room, there’s a long list of procedures workers must follow, including enclosing the area to make sure none of the fibers escape.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Jan. 2025
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Penguin Random House Canada commits to ensure operational policies and procedures are developed under the AODA standards and compliance requirements.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
4 Jan. 2025
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The team suggest that any future research done will need to refine the methods used for identifying teeth that have undergone minimal uranium exchange, and for distinguishing primary seawater signals from diagenetic influences.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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These methods can be tricky to digest, however—especially since some of their names come from Latin and legalese can be difficult to understand.—
Ashley Case,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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“Formulas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formulas. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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