formal

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This envelope looked very formal and official, like an important notice.

From Literature

Opening a formal investigation into a company means that the EC can take "enforcement steps" such as fines of up to 6% of a company's global sales.

From BBC

Prosecutors have opened an investigation into the incident and six medics have been placed under formal investigation.

From BBC

When the team discovered that some edible portions contained PTE levels above recommended standards, they conducted a formal health risk assessment.

From Science Daily

Lloyds said there is no formal investigation into the use of staff account data, but that bosses were reflecting on the tactics ahead of next year's pay talks.

From BBC