form
noun
external appearance of a clearly defined area, as distinguished from color or material; configuration.
formed
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past participleof form.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof form.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
formnounexternal appearance of a clearly defined area, as distinguished from color or material; configuration.
Example Sentences
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A little queue had formed at the station ATM, where commuters were withdrawing cash to buy physical transit cards so they could get on the train.
From Salon ● Oct. 17, 2026
The vote handed Lula, a former trade union leader, a major victory just 10 days before the runoff, giving him a popular achievement to champion among working-class voters who have traditionally formed his political base.
From Barron's ● Oct. 16, 2026
Atlanta-based Inspire was formed in 2018 when Arby’s combined with Buffalo Wild Wings as part of a strategy to win consumers across a range of dining occasions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026
Deja Vu, formed of Elle Botterill and Tyrece Lewis from Buckinghamshire alongside Venezuelan-born Carolina Diaz, performed their first-ever live shows during the 20-date arena tour across the UK and Europe.
From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2026
He and George had the same thought at once, and their eyes went wide and their mouths formed Os of surprise and admiration.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
