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as in layout
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized the book's format is very user-friendly

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as in design
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged this abstract painter bases the format of his works on color and its subtle gradations and not line or form

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Recent Examples of format Dougie Corrado has a unique format and is hungry for the next chapter. Ryan Gajewski, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024 From the start, our director and fellow SCAD alumni Leslie Merlin and I shared a vision to go beyond a typical Q&A format. Indiewire Staff, IndieWire, 20 Nov. 2024 Well ballad was proof that there are still few mainstream country singers more compelling in a solo-acoustic format. Jonathan Bernstein, Rolling Stone, 20 Nov. 2024 More news: Chicago Sky Rookie Angel Reese Has Blunt Take on WNBA Salary The Unrivaled Basketball League was created by Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart and features all female basketball players who will take one another in a three-on-three format. Matt Robison, Newsweek, 20 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for format 
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  • The software offers tools for recording bank balances, making financial reports, and managing assets, compiling them all into an intuitive spreadsheet layout.
    William Mullane, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
  • Aside from looking great, many brands allow for customization beyond shape, size, and layout, offering modular coffee tables or storage space to be added where needed.
    Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 27 Nov. 2024
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  • They’re built to withstand outdoor elements like rain, snow, and wind without faltering, and hold up well in storage thanks to their dustproof and corrosion-resistant design.
    Maggie Horton, People.com, 23 Nov. 2024
  • With a unique design and vibration, this skincare essential will offer a refreshing and rejuvenating experience to your skin.
    Hannah Rice, Rolling Stone, 22 Nov. 2024
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  • Methodology To determine the best LLC services for small businesses, CNBC Select analyzed several formation services.
    Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Rocky formations, imposing mountains and foggy vistas make for some indelible images.
    Manuel Betancourt, Variety, 27 Nov. 2024
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  • Mainardi is known for her clean and contemporary compositions with a strong focus on textural, ultra-luxe materials sourced primarily in Italy, and her goal was to bring in elements from previous projects but combine them with distinctive elements of a classic Swiss chalet.
    Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Instead, Virgin advocates for tools like DEXA scans, which provide a comprehensive look at body composition, including muscle mass, visceral fat and bone density.
    Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 21 Nov. 2024
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  • Specifically, girls may have more neuroplasticity, which is defined as the brain’s ability to recognize new movements and patterns.
    Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 15 Nov. 2024
  • And yet a striking pattern suggests that Trump 2.0 does represent a historic turning point on the scale that Musk and Dugin imagine.
    Andreas Kluth, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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  • Pointing finger | Climate legacy | Bad messengers All three Letters to the Editor on Nov. 13 have the common theme of providing explanations for why Donald Trump was elected — other than pointing out that the American people simply preferred him to the alternative.
    Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
  • Or put on Taylor’s famous stunning red lipstick and head to Bar Mordecai on Dundas Street West with four private karaoke rooms uniquely designed with musical vibes and inspirational themes.
    Miriam Porter, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024

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“Format.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/format. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

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