1
as in to standardize
to make agree with a single established standard or model
we'll need to formalize our research results before we submit our study for review
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as in to approve
to give official acceptance of as satisfactory
the plan has yet to be formalized by the city council
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Recent Examples of formalize
Iran is now signaling that this leverage could be formalized.
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Abbas Al Lawati, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
Iran’s parliament appears to be working on a bill to formalize fees for some ships in the Strait of Hormuz, local media reported.
—David McHugh, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Iran has also floated the possibility of conditioning broader access to the strait on yuan settlement — a proposal that would formalize what is already happening in practice.
—Clay Chandler, semafor.com, 27 Mar. 2026
Iranian state media also reported that the country’s parliament was preparing legislation to formalize the toll.
—Raf Sanchez, NBC news, 26 Mar. 2026
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Abbas Al Lawati, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
Iran’s parliament appears to be working on a bill to formalize fees for some ships in the Strait of Hormuz, local media reported.
—David McHugh, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Iran has also floated the possibility of conditioning broader access to the strait on yuan settlement — a proposal that would formalize what is already happening in practice.
—Clay Chandler, semafor.com, 27 Mar. 2026
Iranian state media also reported that the country’s parliament was preparing legislation to formalize the toll.
—Raf Sanchez, NBC news, 26 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for formalize
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Future research that tracks insurance continuously throughout treatment, standardizes how coverage is categorized and examines specific cancer types and age subgroups in greater depth could clarify the picture further.—
Rhonda Winegar,
Fortune,
1 Apr. 2026
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Most investment-grade silver coins are produced by government mints and carry legal tender status, which helps standardize their specifications and supports global recognition.—
Amy DeYoung,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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According to a March 24 Reuters poll, 35% of Americans approve of the strikes on Iran versus 61% who disapprove.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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Baltimore is on the hook for $100,000, which was approved with the routine agenda at the beginning of the Board of Estimates meeting.—
Chevall Pryce,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Apr. 2026
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What the Framers Actually Built The Constitution ratified in 1789 is a short, deliberately limited document.—
Steve H. Hanke,
Fortune,
31 Mar. 2026
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Members of the Bath Marine Draftsmen’s Association ratified a new four-year collective bargaining agreement that goes into effect immediately, the shipyard said.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Licata officially appointed as FWISD’s acting superintendent The Board of Managers unanimously voted to confirm Licata as the school district’s superintendent.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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Perry's representative confirmed to USA TODAY on Tuesday that the workers were eventually allowed to hold onto the gift cards after confusion was cleared up.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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What Happens Next WARN filings and company disclosures suggest additional April and May layoff dates could still emerge, especially as employers finalize restructuring plans announced earlier this year.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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As for what comes next, on April 21, the General Fireworks Advisory Committee will review the task force report, consider feedback and provide any additional insight before it is finalized.—
Ashley Sharp,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Formalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formalize. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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