formalize
verb (used with object)
to make formal, especially for the sake of official or authorized acceptance.
formalizing
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present participleof formalize.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Abreu lobbied to make El Sistema part of the Venezuelan government, formalizing music education as a human right.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
The White House is considering a cybersecurity-focused executive order that could include formalizing a government oversight group to create standards for the most powerful AI models, The Wall Street Journal reported Monday.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 5, 2026
That streak may end this Wednesday as the Scott Bessent-led department is expected to update this language in its policy statement, formalizing the “preliminary” considerations for hikes mentioned in the previous announcement.
From Barron's ● May 4, 2026
An executive order could include formalizing a government oversight group to create standards for the most powerful AI models, such as Anthropic’s Mythos, people familiar with the discussions said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 4, 2026
The best results have been obtained not by formalizing scouting, but by supplementing and vitalizing the book work by the practical activities of the scout program.
From Educational Work of the Boy Scouts by Lorne W. (Lorne Webster) Barclay
