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Recent Examples of formalization
The mathematics community’s response to Gauss’s formalization has been muted, however, partly because the project did not unfold as many experts had hoped.
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Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 26 Mar. 2026
Sometimes, formalization can upset that balance.
—Leila Sloman, Quanta Magazine, 25 Mar. 2026
Days later, the new Gauss was steered back to the sphere-packing formalization.
—IEEE Spectrum, 2 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, the formalization and reinforcement of his legal team may signal a more aggressive or structured defense approach going forward.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 26 Mar. 2026
Sometimes, formalization can upset that balance.
—Leila Sloman, Quanta Magazine, 25 Mar. 2026
Days later, the new Gauss was steered back to the sphere-packing formalization.
—IEEE Spectrum, 2 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, the formalization and reinforcement of his legal team may signal a more aggressive or structured defense approach going forward.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formalization
Noun
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The tentative agreement will go to union members for a ratification vote which is expected to happen over multiple days next week.—
Imani Cruzen,
Twin Cities,
3 Apr. 2026
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The union is not releasing details of the pact until after union members participate in a ratification vote, which will take place within the next few days.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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South Korea has taken advantage of a suspension of US sanctions on certain Russian oil and petroleum products to buy its first load of naphtha from Moscow since the start of the Ukraine war.—
Stephanie Yang,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2026
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In his interview with the AP, Zelenskyy said Russia draws economic benefits from the Mideast war, citing the limited easing of American sanctions on Russian oil.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The festival is funded in part by the city of Charlotte, with additional support from the Hispanic Federation.—
Adam Bell
April 2,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2026
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With French support all but evaporated, organizers scramble for alternative sources.—
Smooth Nzewi,
Artforum,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The approval of her parole came the next morning, while Estrada Juarez was still wrapped in a blanket.—
Mathew Miranda,
Sacbee.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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The decline has accelerated sharply in recent weeks, with net approval dropping roughly 5 points over a short span.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Find The Star editorial board recommendations and endorsements in key races here.—
The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2026
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There wasn’t going to be much extra in name, image and likeness endorsement money, either — at least, not to the level that SEC schools were offering.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Among her responsibilities were the finalization of an economic development plan for the next four years and to implement the Local Development Program for the 145 Territories, an initiative to reduce regional inequalities in the country.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
20 Mar. 2026
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There are also four topics awaiting finalization of draft recommendations, including the self-collection of human papillomavirus (HPV) testing for cervical cancer for the first time.—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
3 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Lurie’s steadfast backing of Hurts is notable given its timing.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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Support comes in different forms, from people purchasing books to others simply offering encouragement or financial backing.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The City-County Council will rubber stamp the zoning change but typically does not take a full vote on zoning approvals.—
Alysa Guffey,
IndyStar,
1 Apr. 2026
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Trump had already announced his intentions, so the vote amounted to little more than a rubber stamp.—
Arts Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Formalization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formalization. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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