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formulating

VERB

plan, specify systematically

Synonyms

STRONGEST

codify define develop devise draft draw up forge map prepare work out

STRONG

coin compose concoct contrive couch detail evolve express frame hatch indite invent make originate particularize phrase put systematize vamp work

WEAK

cook up dream up give form to make up set down

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disorganize

STRONG

destroy halt raze ruin stop

Example Sentences

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In a book to be published Tuesday, “Poisoned Ivies,” Ms. Stefanik recalls formulating the question only after the three presidents had spent hours offering evasive, noncommittal answers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Government officials are understood to be formulating potential plans to evacuate UK nationals, should airspace in the region remain closed.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

“While we have tried to be as constructive as possible in formulating these solutions, several of these items would benefit from collaborative discussion to finalize,” the letter states.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2026

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters Moscow was "formulating its position" and declined to comment on the specifics of the latest plan.

From Barron's • Dec. 24, 2025

Hazel could almost see the gears turning inside the queen’s head, formulating a plan.

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan