formal

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One rescuer told reporters the effort was now one of recovery rather than rescue, though a more senior official later insisted that a formal decision had yet to be made.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

At the heart of the dwelling is an enormous great room, which opens up to a formal dining room—complete with its own wine cellar—as well as a gourmet kitchen with “premium appliances” and custom cabinetry.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

Since the seizure of the US embassy in Tehran and the hostage crisis that followed in 1979, the two countries have had no formal diplomatic relations.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

It was their first formal summit in six years.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

By the time Mr. van Woerden paid the formal call on Father, Father had rehearsed and polished his little speech of blessing a dozen times.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom