formally

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At the same time, most favour "the status quo", meaning they do not want to formally declare independence nor unification with China.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

The initiative was formally introduced at a press conference at the Archaeological Museum of Frankfurt.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

The suspects have not been formally named, but their names were widely circulated by Greek media.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

“Faces of Death” is formally credited on-screen as “a film by Isa Mazzei & Daniel Goldhaber.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

“Pleased to make your acquaintance,” he continued formally, taking my green-gloved hand in his and bowing like a real gentleman until his head nearly touched my knuckle.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan