formal
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According to the lawsuit, the federal government’s only formal communication with the county regarding the project was a one-paragraph letter dated June 21, 2023, and forwarded by an Elmwood Capital representative.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
“The decline does not appear to be the product of a formal government conservation campaign,” she added.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
Typically, new visa fees must either be set by Congress or levied through formal regulations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
At the heart of the dwelling is an enormous great room, which opens up to a formal dining room—complete with its own wine cellar—as well as a gourmet kitchen with “premium appliances” and custom cabinetry.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026
Theo gives a formal bow at the neck, which he must intuit would appeal to my father’s sense of respect and decorum.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
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