formal
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Following his statement on Monday, Warwickshire Pride said it had submitted a formal code of conduct complaint against Finch.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
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
One rescuer told reporters the effort was now one of recovery rather than rescue, though a more senior official later insisted that a formal decision had yet to be made.
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
It felt odd, using the formal term for his own brother.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
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