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formation

[fawr-mey-shuhn] / fɔrˈmeɪ ʃən /


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They break away from the formation and leave.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

"Cooling rate and time at elevated temperature can alter chemical speciation and particle formation."

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

On its weekly chart, it has carved out a bullish inverse head and shoulders formation dating back to last March following the end of a 10-week losing streak.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Housing is an area of particular focus for Mr. Lindsey, since he rightfully notes that it is beset by bad regulations and high prices that inhibit family formation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Suma breaks out of formation, a determined grin on her face as she passes me.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera




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