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Rogers told a few close associates he was formulating a contingency plan in which she would leave later this year, The Wall Street Journal reported last month.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters Moscow was "formulating its position" and declined to comment on the specifics of the latest plan.

From Barron's • Dec. 24, 2025

Collins said Snider wanted to play football and go to college, and was formulating long-term goals.

From Washington Post • Nov. 28, 2022

His opponent on Thursday, Adrian Mannarino, tweeted  the plan he was formulating to try and combat his maverick compatriot:

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2015

The most promising feature in the lady's state of mind was that she was formulating consolations, dormant now, but actively available if by chance the gentleman did not see his way.

From When Ghost Meets Ghost by De Morgan, William Frend