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informal

[in-fawr-muhl] / ɪnˈfɔr məl /


ADJECTIVE
conversational or colloquial
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If anything, Coop studies people, studies groups of folks and systems, and how informal and formal systems of specific societies interact.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Donatell’s gas station has become an informal lobby for those waiting for a seat in the speakeasy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Many of these workers rely on informal, often unregulated centres that sell and refill cylinders smaller than the standard 14.2kg size.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

A men's mental health group that runs sport sessions such as yoga, football and darts, has been used as an informal referral service by the NHS.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

An informal truce was struck with the police and la migra.

From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario




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