I tried a new formula for cleaning my room: throw everything into the closet and hope the door closes.
Dad’s formula for fixing things is: wiggle it, hit it gently, then say, “Try it now.”
I tested a formula for flying: jump, flap arms, and scream “I believe!”—it still needs work.
My baby cousin believes there’s a formula for walking: one step, fall down, giggle, repeat forever.
I tried a formula for making friends: smile, say hi, and do not talk about toenail collections.
A baker watched an old formula scribbled on a card. He followed the formula: mix, fold, wait. The first formula failed, so he changed one step and tried the formula again. The new formula worked — warm bread, smiles. He hugged the card, thankful for the stubborn formula that saved the day.
🧑🎓 CEFR Level: C1 Advanced
This word is at the C1 level, which means it’s part of advanced English. It’s used in sophisticated conversations, professional settings, and academic discussions. Words at this level help you express yourself fluently and precisely in nuanced situations.
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