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Formal

/fˈɔrməl/
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(adj) In accordance with established forms.

I utterly despise formal writing!
We need some formal instruction in literature.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The invitation stated that ____ attire was required for the awards ceremony at the grand hotel.

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