formulation

noun

ˌfȯr-myə-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce formulation (audio)
Definition of formulationnext
as in voice
an act, process, or means of putting something into words his letter was a very accurate formulation of his thoughts on the matter

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Recent Examples of formulation Both drugs are considered safe and effective and are available in multiple doses and formulations (IR and ER) for precise dosing. — Karen Berger, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 13 Mar. 2025 As mentioned, pharmacy compounding is meant to serve a few specific purposes, namely the creation of a custom form of a drug on a per-patient basis (e.g., when someone needs a formulation or dose that isn’t commercially made) or boosting supply during a drug shortage. — Erica Sloan, SELF, 13 Mar. 2025 Barnes, a chemist, made his fortune with a new formulation for an antiseptic that became widespread in treating gonorrhea. — Kelly Presutti, ARTnews.com, 12 Mar. 2025 Newer formulations have reduced the risk of side effects. — Brandi Jones, Msn-Ed, Health, 8 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for formulation
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  1. voice
  2. expression
  3. wording
  4. articulation
  5. statement
Noun
  • But social media companies still struggle to balance the need to police abuse on their platforms, their foundational values of giving everyone a voice and the risk of alienating some users, Massanari said.
    — Harmeet Kaur, CNN, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Doctors have said his voice has been weakened by his illness.
    — Danielle Wallace, Fox News, 23 Mar. 2025
Definition of voice
Noun
  • However, its exceptional white offerings are changing the narrative, showcasing the region’s potential to produce wines that are just as extraordinary in lighter, brighter expressions.
    — Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Some expressions of Sauvignon Blanc also feature a wet stone or flint-like minerality.
    — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
Definition of expression
Noun
  • Some of the wording spray-painted on one of the vehicles reportedly matched graffiti that was reported at the same location on Feb 26.
    — Rachel Wolf, Fox News, 20 Mar. 2025
  • That is yet another wording that creates some heartburn.
    — Lance Eliot, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Definition of wording
Noun
  • Fortunately, a precise articulation of the meaning of life isn’t required to explore whether effort contributes to it.
    — Alex Hutchinson, The Atlantic, 25 Mar. 2025
  • The natural outcome of steps 1 and 2 will be a clear articulation of what the customer should experience and the value of their journey.
    — Jason Andersen, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of articulation
Noun
  • The Vatican's broadcaster also read in English a statement from the pontiff issued by the Holy See Press Office.
    — Danielle Wallace, Fox News, 23 Mar. 2025
  • The statement is for Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National Seashore, San Francisco Peninsula Coast, Northern Monterey Bay and Big Sur as well as San Francisco County.
    — CA Weather Bot, Sacramento Bee, 23 Mar. 2025
Definition of statement

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