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formation

[fawr-mey-shuhn] / fɔrˈmeɪ ʃən /


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While there, she created the Instagram archive “Veteranas and Rucas,” then “Map Pointz,” both of which show the author’s early formation in visual arts and community organizing.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 2, 2026

The results could help scientists better understand how one of nature's fundamental forces contributes to the formation of matter.

From Science Daily Sep. 2, 2026

The torrent caused the formation of huge lakes, closely watched by emergency workers for risks to their operations.

From Barron's Aug. 31, 2026

He tried to explain what he was trying to do with his multiple switches of formation and attempted to explain why his side were "miles off it".

From BBC Aug. 27, 2026

For Morgan, the principal mystery of organismal biology was not the gene but genesis: How did “units of heredity” enable the formation of animals and maintain the functions of organs and organisms?

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee

The deluge of ice and mud caused huge lakes, and one of these formations has become a risk of further floods.

From Barron's Aug. 30, 2026

Beginning with the shape of United's squad provides much-needed context, but it is important to note that much of their play is based on tactical principles, not just formations.

From BBC Aug. 19, 2026

“Just different formations ... variations of the same route ... I mean, shoot, that just shows how good a coach Coach Mike is — got us in different positions to be successful.”

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 9, 2026

Some polygonal formations previously examined by Curiosity clearly began as cracks in drying mud.

From Science Daily Aug. 1, 2026

They projected a sea of stars on the domed ceiling, and we all oohed and aahed as, one by one, the constellations were highlighted and morphed into Greekish-statue versions, making the formations easier to see.

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein




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