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as in standardizing
to make agree with a single established standard or model
we'll need to formalize our research results before we submit our study for review
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as in approving
to give official acceptance of as satisfactory
the plan has yet to be formalized by the city council
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Recent Examples of formalizing
Castro submitted a series of ideas during this week’s commission meeting to lessen the impact, including offering a 30% senior resident discount and formalizing an agreement with the three associations to set aside certain tee times for their members.
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Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 17 Apr. 2026
But not all are in favor, with critics arguing that the nation should be trying to move away from these labels instead of formalizing them.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 7 Apr. 2026
Iran is formalizing a system that will require ships to pay transit fees to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 3 Apr. 2026
So is formalizing what has traditionally been a fragmented informal sector, ensuring decent jobs in the process.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2026
The new administrators both announced their new roles on LinkedIn this week after Texas Education Agency officials unveiled the appointment of Licata and the Board of Managers, formalizing a state takeover and replacing previous district leadership.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2026
Major League Baseball has entered new agreements with Polymarket and the federal regulator that oversees prediction markets, formalizing the sports league’s involvement in the fast-growing industry.
—Bloomberg Wire, Dallas Morning News, 19 Mar. 2026
This designation is a foundational step in formalizing our vision for a premier Musical District.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
Junior kept busy during his hiatus, formalizing his own $ad Boyz Records in 2024 and introducing his first signing, Valenzuela; the label operates alongside Rancho Humilde, with Junior remaining under contract and continuing to release albums for the latter.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 5 Mar. 2026
Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 17 Apr. 2026
But not all are in favor, with critics arguing that the nation should be trying to move away from these labels instead of formalizing them.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 7 Apr. 2026
Iran is formalizing a system that will require ships to pay transit fees to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 3 Apr. 2026
So is formalizing what has traditionally been a fragmented informal sector, ensuring decent jobs in the process.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2026
The new administrators both announced their new roles on LinkedIn this week after Texas Education Agency officials unveiled the appointment of Licata and the Board of Managers, formalizing a state takeover and replacing previous district leadership.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2026
Major League Baseball has entered new agreements with Polymarket and the federal regulator that oversees prediction markets, formalizing the sports league’s involvement in the fast-growing industry.
—Bloomberg Wire, Dallas Morning News, 19 Mar. 2026
This designation is a foundational step in formalizing our vision for a premier Musical District.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
Junior kept busy during his hiatus, formalizing his own $ad Boyz Records in 2024 and introducing his first signing, Valenzuela; the label operates alongside Rancho Humilde, with Junior remaining under contract and continuing to release albums for the latter.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formalizing
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State officials insisted the removal boosted public safety by standardizing traffic markings statewide, but drew criticism for targeting designs and colors supporting the LGBTQ community.—
Cristóbal Reyes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 Apr. 2026
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By clarifying roles early, streamlining interviews, standardizing evaluations and improving communication, employers can make faster, more confident hiring decisions.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
20 Apr. 2026
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Under a California law enacted in 2018, a city, county or public agency must provide notice and hold public meetings before approving permits or allowing the reuse of existing buildings for immigration proceedings.—
Mathew Miranda,
Sacbee.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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On April 16, GOP state Attorney General Ken Paxton sued Houston officials for approving sanctuary policies that violated SB 4.—
Anna Giaritelli,
The Washington Examiner,
25 Apr. 2026
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Workers represented by United Steelworkers Local 12775 are headed back to work at NIPSCO, after ratifying a new contract with the utility.—
Todd Feurer,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Last April, the union celebrated when Atlanta City Council passed a resolution ratifying the first-of-its-kind collective bargaining agreement.—
Riley Bunch,
AJC.com,
17 Mar. 2026
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Defense Blog reported that the system was tested in a live-fire scenario, confirming its ability to deploy armed drones during active operations.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Apr. 2026
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Leonardi submitted a letter to the commissioner confirming her secretary used the credit card to buy the $150 ticket to the gala.—
Natalie La Roche Pietri,
Miami Herald,
30 Apr. 2026
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Having changing time signatures adds to the piece’s complexity, so Wilson checked in with Iwinski before finalizing the composition.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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The production is currently finalizing global distribution agreements before confirming a new release date.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Formalizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formalizing. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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