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Formalize

usgb/ˈfɔːrməlaɪz/Volume
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Official Confirmation

Use 'formalize' when you turn informal agreements into official commitments or policies.

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After our verbal agreement, we decided to formalize the deal with a written contract.
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Procedure Required

'Formalize' involves following specific procedures or steps to make something recognized.

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We need to formalize our arrangement by submitting the necessary paperwork.
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Avoiding Ambiguity

Use 'formalize' when you want to clarify any vagueness and make sure everyone understands.

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The roles of each team member were formalized to avoid any confusion.
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