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as in shape
the outward appearance of something as distinguished from its substance
the wood-carver carved the block of wood into the form of a duck
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as in manner
personal conduct or behavior as evaluated by an accepted standard of appropriateness for a social or professional setting
it's bad form to throw a tantrum on the court just because you lost a tennis match
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as in condition
a state of being or fitness
after a long season off, the football team is back in good form
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as in ritual
an oft-repeated action or series of actions performed in accordance with tradition or a set of rules
we'll use the second form in our church missals for today's Lenten service
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as in etiquette
socially acceptable behavior
displayed good form throughout the formal dinner
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as in method
the means or procedure for doing something
there are established forms for voting on motions and amendments at meetings
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as in format
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
museumgoers liked the asymmetrical form of the mobile
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as in to crystallize
to take on a definite form
my ideas on the subject are just starting to form
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as in to comprise
to be all the substance of
this one sentence really forms the basis of your argument
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as in to produce
to bring into being by combining, shaping, or transforming materials
formed the pot out of the clay
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as in to start
to come into existence
the new company formed from two smaller ones
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as in to develop
to come to have gradually
I don't want you beginning skiers to form any bad habits
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Recent Examples of form
Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 9 Apr. 2025
While Margie’s face has appeared on some editions sold exclusively at the distillery, the largest large scale release the brand has done with a female form is a collaboration with Gayle Kabaker which buyers can personalize with the names of women in their lives who have inspired them.
—Gina Pace, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
Kaitlin McCallum, Hartford Courant, 1 Apr. 2025
Said gravity-compensation device spins upon two axes: While an inner cage rotates through 360 degrees every 16 seconds, an outer cage spins in the opposite direction once every 60 seconds, forming a small seconds indicator at the bottom of the dial.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Each episode unfolds in flashback form, exploring what happened after the adoption.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 9 Apr. 2025
While Margie’s face has appeared on some editions sold exclusively at the distillery, the largest large scale release the brand has done with a female form is a collaboration with Gayle Kabaker which buyers can personalize with the names of women in their lives who have inspired them.
—Gina Pace, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
Verb
Pollution from vehicle tailpipes and industry (NOx and VOCs) mix with sunlight to form smog, making the summer months the worst for air quality in cities.
—Kaitlin McCallum, Hartford Courant, 1 Apr. 2025
Said gravity-compensation device spins upon two axes: While an inner cage rotates through 360 degrees every 16 seconds, an outer cage spins in the opposite direction once every 60 seconds, forming a small seconds indicator at the bottom of the dial.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for form
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For now, the economy remains in solid shape by several key measures.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2025
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Its rectangular shape evokes a vintage cigarette pouch, and every detail harks back to the fashion house’s extensive, industry-defining legacy.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The witness told investigators that Griffin swerved to cut off Francis, court documents read, at which point Francis pulled up beside the of the green Sierra and allegedly fired four to five shots into the truck through the front window on the drivers’ side.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
10 Apr. 2025
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Last month, the Trump administration released a trove of documents about the 1963 assassination of President Kennedy.—
Jacob Rosen,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The family of a woman who was strangled to death last year during a conjugal visit with her husband at a Northern California prison has called for reforms after a second woman was killed in a similar manner.—
Summer Lin,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Mar. 2025
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The super app’s main value-add is orchestrating these services seamlessly, mediating payments and user data in a user-friendly manner.—
Zennon Kapron,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Some of your co-stars have described treacherous filming conditions in Thailand.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2025
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Another resident of the unit was in serious condition after being able to get to safety on their own.—
Harry Harris,
Mercury News,
7 Apr. 2025
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The company also totes the American Girl dolls in its portfolio.—
Jenny Goldsberry,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Apr. 2025
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According to Mattel, the team worked closely with James to personalize the doll's outfit.—
Annabelle Canela,
Parents,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In 2025, that emotional fast food ritual is back, this time pixelated and playfully spicy.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Your coffee ritual deserves more than a cluttered corner of the kitchen counter.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
2 Apr. 2025
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The majority of post commenters agreed that the partial invitation felt like a wedding etiquette faux pas.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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According to Newsweek's guide to plane etiquette, remaining calm, accommodating and patient can greatly enhance the travel experience for all involved.—
Lee Habeeb,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Apr. 2025
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Regardless of the method, defrosting is a waiting game.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
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Basic sobriety tests include standing on one leg, walking and turning, while advanced methods involve things like finger-to-nose and balance tests, according to the N.C. Department of Health & Human Services.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Form.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/form. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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