formal

Example Sentences

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Prosecutors have opened an investigation into the incident and six medics have been placed under formal investigation.

From BBC

When the team discovered that some edible portions contained PTE levels above recommended standards, they conducted a formal health risk assessment.

From Science Daily

Lloyds said there is no formal investigation into the use of staff account data, but that bosses were reflecting on the tactics ahead of next year's pay talks.

From BBC

"There is tentative evidence that Indian refiners are reducing spot purchases of Russian crude, implying partial adjustment rather than a formal pledge," Tay said.

From Barron's

She also challenged beliefs that formal uniforms improve academic performance.

From BBC