formulate

verb

ˈfȯr-myə-ˌlāt How to pronounce formulate (audio)
Definition of formulatenext
1
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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2
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 Together, the findings raise a broader question about how much of what is formulated into rations is ultimately utilized. — Aidan Connolly, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026 But instead of formulating a plan, the suit argued, the officers began yelling at him. — Libor Jany, Los Angeles Times, 24 Sep. 2026 This wrapping mask is formulated with quintessential K-beauty ingredients like milk protein, collagen, and niacinamide, plus glutathione, a powerhouse ingredient my skin loves for preventing environmental damage, discoloration, and overall dullness. — Essence Wiley, InStyle, 24 Sep. 2026 The first product is Vitality, a soft chew formulated with antioxidants. — Cody Godwin, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for formulate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formulate
  1. express
  2. prepare
  3. say
  4. compose
  5. articulate
  6. draft
  7. put
  8. write
Verb
  • With artificial intelligence permeating nearly every aspect of life, therapists are seeing more people expressing anxiety about the technology.
    — Theara Coleman, TheWeek, 6 Oct. 2026
  • In this Year 1 of a rebuild, Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley continues to express a combination of disappointment and encouragement in his postgame press conferences.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of express
Verb
  • Tehran is preparing a more forceful response if Washington resumes large-scale strikes, Reuters reported.
    — Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Next, Meyer is preparing to introduce new love bird designs while continuing to build on the brand’s core collection.
    — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of prepare
Verb
  • Salkar said a medico-legal case had been opened and an autopsy would follow.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 8 Oct. 2026
  • India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh and the Philippines are among the countries that are most exposed to food security risk from the super El Niño and also face the highest risk of civil unrest due to rising prices, Verisk Maplecroft said.
    — Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of say
Verb
  • The score, composed by Damon Albarn, has a rough, analog feel to it, incorporating instruments like an Indonesian angklung.
    — E. Alex Jung, Vulture, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Dylan’s backing band, as introduced at Carnegie, was composed of the Hawks guitarist Robbie Robertson, the organist Garth Hudson, the bassist Rick Danko, the pianist Richard Manual and the drummer Levon Helm.
    — Atoosa Moinzadeh, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of compose
Verb
  • While Versant has articulated a plan to broaden its revenue beyond traditional TV, that platform at present delivers the bulk of its financial fuel, which makes distribution alliances a primary financial benchmark for the company.
    — Brian Steinberg, Variety, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Keep the narrative tight on the evolution of cultural aspects, offer a decisive point of view, articulate the support needed from the board, identify where decisions are required and be ready for questions.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of articulate
Verb
  • Under his guidance in 1977, the Padres drafted future Hall of Fame shortstop Ozzie Smith in the fourth round.
    — Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Regan and his team finished drafting the initiative and began investing union funds in signature-gathering.
    — Nicholas Lemann, New Yorker, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of draft
Verb
  • Its compact design puts significant emphasis on accurate pointing without adding substantial mass.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2026
  • The fact is, surveillance of women's intimate health data puts them at risk.
    — Sparkle Rainey Tribune News Service, Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of put
Verb
  • Furnari recalled that some of the song’s early music and lyrics came together quickly, but writing words that could do justice to their experience was another matter.
    — Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 4 Oct. 2026
  • If the student is found responsible, they could be made to compensate for damages in cash or service, write an essay or go to workshops, or be barred from participating in campus events or organizations.
    — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of write

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“Formulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formulate. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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