as in recipe
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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The Pineapple Punch Hydrating Face Mask, specifically, gives off a natural aroma from the fruit extract and pineapple water in the formula.
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Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
2 July 2026
Currently, the only product that is regulated federally with date labels is infant formula.
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Olga R. Rodriguez,
Fortune,
2 July 2026
If treatment is unavoidable, choose pet-safe formulas and wait until the yard is fully dry before letting your dog back out.
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Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
2 July 2026
On the bigger question of how Mandopop can grow internationally, Craker said there is no specific formula.
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Faye Bradley,
Variety,
2 July 2026
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Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
2 July 2026
Currently, the only product that is regulated federally with date labels is infant formula.
—
Olga R. Rodriguez,
Fortune,
2 July 2026
If treatment is unavoidable, choose pet-safe formulas and wait until the yard is fully dry before letting your dog back out.
—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
2 July 2026
On the bigger question of how Mandopop can grow internationally, Craker said there is no specific formula.
—
Faye Bradley,
Variety,
2 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for formula
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formula
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Below are nine recipes featured in the special, offering everything from classic barbecue favorites to regional dishes inspired by communities across the country.
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Here, instead of the mustard that’s included in many classic potato salad recipes, sour cream, vinegar, and briny pickles team up to lend a lovely amount of tartness to cut through the richness of the potatoes, eggs, and mayo.
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Each issue is filled with breaking news, deep insights and exclusive strategies for becoming a better traveler.
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Teams that are not ready solve yesterday's problems and call it strategy.
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With the expansion, AGH now operates three cath labs, three EP labs, two multiprocedural rooms and a hybrid surgical suite that can be used for either cath or EP procedures.
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Several months earlier, county auditors identified lax accounting procedures that resulted in LAHSA’s failure to pay its contractors on time.
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Democrats say the Republican plan would hurt low- and middle-income Georgians, who would end up paying more in taxes.
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.
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Such methods can be more convenient than consulting websites or discussing such issues with a friend, neighbor or faith leader.
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Engineers could compare different surface coatings and fabrication methods to identify options that produce the least electrical noise, helping improve the performance of future quantum computers and quantum sensing technologies.
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Mouth Competitive eaters have a unique approach to eating that differs significantly from that of the average person.
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But even opening on 1,500 screens, Harris’ brilliantly dexterous approach proved too much for the film’s marketers.
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The Empire State Building frequently switches up its lighting scheme to commemorate special events throughout the year.
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The other company whose shares were manipulated in the scheme, E-Waste, had an even higher market cap at some point, despite being nothing more than a shell company.
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“Formula.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formula. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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