formations

noun

Definition of formationsnext
plural of formation
as in layouts
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized geese flying south in a V-formation

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Recent Examples of formations The former livestock trail in Coconino National Forest roughly 40 miles south of Flagstaff and 20 miles southeast of Sedona offers spectacular glimpses of the mountains of northern Arizona and iconic red-rock geologic formations. — Mare Czinar, The Arizona Republic, 3 Jan. 2025 This trail offers lovely views of sandstone formations, lush forests, and a small waterfall. — Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025 Uluru, Australia The Sounds of Silence tour (US$175 per adult for a four-hour tour, including dinner and drinks) at Ayers Rock Resort begins at sunset when the iconic rock formations of Uluru and Kata Tjuta glow fiery red. — Nile Cappello, AFAR Media, 27 Dec. 2024

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