formalize
Example Sentences
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The NBA and its players have voted to ratify a new collective bargaining agreement, formalizing a deal that was tentatively agreed to earlier this month.
From Seattle Times
The paper landed just as the government formalized its censorship policy.
From New York Times
With only nominal primary challengers and a chaotic Republican field, the president and his senior aides have felt little pressure to formalize a reelection campaign.
From Seattle Times
As a group, they are now working on formalizing roles in the organization to make decision-making easier.
From Seattle Times
At a fundamental level, Seattle needs a tree census effort to be expanded and formalized by the city, so we have a complete view of our large trees, their species and their health status.
From Seattle Times
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