formulate
verb
for·mu·late
ˈfȯr-myə-ˌlāt 
formulated; formulating
1
2
a
: to develop a formula for the preparation of (something, such as a soap or plastic)
a plastic specially formulated to resist high temperatures
b
: to prepare according to a formula
formulate the vaccine against malaria
Examples of formulate in a Sentence
a plastic specially formulated to resist high temperatures
the doctor was trying to formulate a good way to tell her that she would need surgery
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Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026
Mancuso’s picks, which include Tuscan Pesto Baked Salmon and Peanut Butter Bites, were formulated specifically to support endurance and to impart long-lasting energy.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 12 Feb. 2026
Owen recommends using Chrysal flower food or similar products specially formulated for this purpose.
—Peg Aloi, The Spruce, 11 Feb. 2026
To formulate a comprehensive ESG index, multiple Key Performance Indicators were collected.
—Time Staff, Time, 11 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for formulate
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“Formulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/formulate. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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formulate
verb
for·mu·late
ˈfȯr-myə-ˌlāt
formulated; formulating
1
: to express in a formula
2
: to put in systematic form : state definitely and clearly
formulate a plan
formulation
noun
ˌfȯr-myə-ˈlā-shən
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