formal

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Iran’s Foreign Minster Abbas Araghchi told Al Jazeera External link Tuesday that while messages have been exchanged with the U.S., no formal negotiations have taken place.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

The agency has not issued a formal recall, though it has sent out a warning letter telling customers to avoid Raw Farm products purchased on or after Jan. 4, particularly raw milk cheddar cheese.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

She said that after she submitted a formal complaint she was refunded for that night of her stay, but she never managed to find out what exactly happened.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

However, the post fell short of a formal apology, which could mean the controversy won’t end swiftly.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

“Christoffels, my dear associate,” Father murmured in his formal, old-fashioned way, “What joy to see you on this—er—auspicious day.”

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom