formation
Example Sentences
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They gained notoriety during the 20th century world wars and were the centerpiece of a battle formation—similar to the role the aircraft carrier is today, Clark said Monday.
The simulations also showed strong winds flowing outward and, in some cases, the formation of powerful jets.
From Science Daily
Even when these objects are young and still glowing from the heat of their formation, they remain vastly dimmer than the stars they orbit.
From Science Daily
That sequence is governed by permitting, labor availability, engineering complexity and capital formation, not by quarterly headlines.
The formation of the new forum, with its slogan: "Bring them home now", gave the hostages' families a much-needed sense of regaining control.
From BBC
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