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as in layout
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized
the book's format is very user-friendly
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as in design
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
this abstract painter bases the format of his works on color and its subtle gradations and not line or form
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Recent Examples of format
The song earns the chart’s Greatest Gainer honor, given to the track with the largest audience growth among titles at the format.
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Pamela Bustios, Billboard, 9 June 2025
Berg had invented the family sitcom, almost single-handedly, on the cusp of the Great Depression, then translated it for the small screen; Ball had turned the genre into a juggernaut, helped shift the format’s production to Los Angeles, and innovated the rerun and the three-camera method.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 9 June 2025
And this is all in service to a format that can never be seen in theaters: the vertical drama.
—Dana Harris-Bridson, IndieWire, 9 June 2025
Despite going 0-2 on the weekend, Harrison said the challenging format will help them long-term.
—Tim Meehan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2025
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Pamela Bustios, Billboard, 9 June 2025
Berg had invented the family sitcom, almost single-handedly, on the cusp of the Great Depression, then translated it for the small screen; Ball had turned the genre into a juggernaut, helped shift the format’s production to Los Angeles, and innovated the rerun and the three-camera method.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 9 June 2025
And this is all in service to a format that can never be seen in theaters: the vertical drama.
—Dana Harris-Bridson, IndieWire, 9 June 2025
Despite going 0-2 on the weekend, Harrison said the challenging format will help them long-term.
—Tim Meehan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for format
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On the top floor, there is a two-bedroom penthouse available with a 550 sq ft. wraparound terrace, as well as three-bedroom option with an even larger terrace, ensuite bathrooms, and an open layout with a dining area, and a lounge area with a daybed and sectional sofa.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
3 June 2025
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Despite being spread across different categories and brand names, the sites often use the same layouts, AI agents and payment structures, all pointing to a centralized fraud network.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2025
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As for the downstairs crew, the Van Rhijn’s footman, Jack Trotter (Ben Ahlers), waits anxiously as Larry Russell begins seeking a buyer for his patented alarm clock design.—
Kristen Baldwin,
EW.com,
12 June 2025
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Plus, the distressed wood, visible grain, and minimalist design are ideal for homes with a rustic aesthetic.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
12 June 2025
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This stretch began with Tropical Storm Ana in May 2015 and included the extraordinary formation of Hurricane Alex in January 2016, an event that hadn’t been seen since 1938.—
Jim Foerster,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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After the snap, the defense dropped into a Cover 2 zone and linebacker Troy Dye (No. 43) sprinted from the other side of the formation to get underneath Henry.—
Ted Nguyen,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
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What’s changing is the composition of those who will inherit the Earth.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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From a damage control perspective, the least risky approach for a college would be to distribute revenue-sharing funds to athletes in proportion to the demographic composition of the school’s student body.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2025
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That pattern held, and by the end Gauff had claimed 34 of the 51 points that lasted at least five strokes.—
Howard Fendrich,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2025
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Breaking Down Traditional Barriers Historically, cutting-edge technology has followed a predictable adoption pattern—initially prohibitively expensive and accessible only to the wealthiest organizations, gradually becoming more affordable and widespread over time.—
Dr. Sreeram Mullankandy,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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The film's themes of corruption and the brave whistleblowers who expose it feel particularly apt in this current moment.—
Jessica Wang,
EW.com,
5 June 2025
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Mukherjee, also a professor of film studies at Jadavpur University, brings deep insight into the film’s themes and structure.—
David L. Coddon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 June 2025
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“Format.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/format. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.
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