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formally

[fawr-muh-lee] / ˈfɔr mə li /


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Workflows were never explicit: A lot of high-value work depends on judgment that’s never been formally defined.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

Hernández, however, is the only one who hasn’t formally announced his retirement as a player.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Plaid Cymru will formally launch its full manifesto on Thursday, with voters in Wales going to the polls in just under a month's time on 7 May.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

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

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

“Your Majesty,” he said formally, “I come as a representative of my father, King Cai Simin Tan. He regrets that he is personally unable to respond to your invitation.”

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo