Pronunciations
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/ˈfɔː(ɹ)mjʊleɪt/
Verb
To put into a clear and definite form of statement or expression.
Usage- Transitive
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He failed to formulate his ideas more clearly.
The Assembly then formulated its demands, which were thirty in number, including the removal of all Huguenot temples built near churches
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Another source of evidence supporting the conclusion that children learn language by formulating a set of rules comes from the errors that they produce. A case in point are overgeneralized past tense forms like comed, goed, seed, buyed, bringed, etc. frequently used by young children.
Look closely at the pretty seashell print on these blouses. They’re actually formulated from mathematical equations!
Verb
elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses
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Could you develop the ideas in your thesis
come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort
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excogitate a way to measure the speed of light
put into words or an expression
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He formulated his concerns to the board of trustees
prepare according to a formula
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