reformulate

[ree-fawr-myuh-leyt]

verb (used with object)

reformulated, reformulating 

1. to formulate again.

2. to formulate in a different way; alter or revise.

   to reformulate our plans.

reformulate

/ riːˈfɔːmjʊˌleɪt /

verb

1. to change or update (an idea, plan, etc, already formulated)

Other Word Forms

• reformulation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of reformulate¹

First recorded in 1880–85; re- + formulate

Example Sentences

Candy makers are adjusting for higher cocoa prices by reformulating recipes, repackaging products, and raising prices.

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To compensate for higher cocoa prices, chocolate manufacturers have been reformulating recipes, repackaging products, and yes, raising prices.

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They are trying to reformulate their products by doing things like adding more protein and taking out artificial colors and sweeteners.

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“That whole area is dense with a lot of the things that needed to reformulate,” Morris said.

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Barbecue flavors will be reformulated to remove artificial coloring used to give the chips their signature red-brown color.

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