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We need to formulate a plan.
What does Formulate mean?
To create or express clearly.
Dictionary definition
To create, develop, or express a plan, idea, rule, or formula clearly.
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She formulated a careful answer.
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To formulate an idea means to shape it into clear words or steps.
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WordFormulate.
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MeaningFormulate means To create or express clearly.
ExampleExample: We need to formulate a plan.
Word breakdown
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- Syllables
- for · myuh · layt
- Strongest beat
- for
- Ending
- layt
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on for.
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confuseTo make unclear or hard to understand.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to formulate, depending on context.
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