formal
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The party secured a complete sweep on 7 May 2026, retaining control of Richmond‑upon‑Thames Council, leaving the chamber without formal opposition.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
If there is no formal agreement in place, it’s hard to know what this money is for and whether it’s even enough to cover expenses like food, clothing, school trips, and other leisure activities.
From MarketWatch • May 16, 2026
But the details were vague or scanty, while China made no formal announcement on any trade deal.
From Barron's • May 16, 2026
Other major cities have had formal infrastructure plans for years, while L.A. has ducked and dithered.
From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026
We shook hands in a sort of playful formal introduction.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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