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
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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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American politicians and public health officials have yet to formulate a plan to counter anti-science messaging and rhetoric.
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Omer Awan, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Daniel Isaacs, the brand’s chief product officer and director of research, previously told Vogue that the cream was formulated with vitamin A sensitivity in mind.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 5 Jan. 2025
Anti-Trumpists eager to formulate a compelling alternative should study the deeper history of American populism.
—Harry Boyte and Trygve Throntveit, TIME, 4 Jan. 2025
In addition to their transparent, cast-free finishes and hydrating, brightening, and even acne-fighting properties, Korean sunscreens are formulated with innovative UVA and UVB filters that haven't been approved stateside.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 3 Jan. 2025
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Omer Awan, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Daniel Isaacs, the brand’s chief product officer and director of research, previously told Vogue that the cream was formulated with vitamin A sensitivity in mind.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 5 Jan. 2025
Anti-Trumpists eager to formulate a compelling alternative should study the deeper history of American populism.
—Harry Boyte and Trygve Throntveit, TIME, 4 Jan. 2025
In addition to their transparent, cast-free finishes and hydrating, brightening, and even acne-fighting properties, Korean sunscreens are formulated with innovative UVA and UVB filters that haven't been approved stateside.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 3 Jan. 2025
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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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