framing

noun

fram·​ing ˈfrā-miŋ How to pronounce framing (audio)

Examples of framing in a Sentence

the framing of the debate will consist of a predetermined order of turns and follow-up comments
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This general framing, which includes diverse activities under a single category, guides investigations and prosecutions. Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 18 Sep. 2025 And his pitch framing was lauded by Royals captain Salvador Perez. Kansas City Star, 17 Sep. 2025 Nobes acknowledges the concern but pushes back on the framing. Marianne Lehnis, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025 That framing, however, doesn't match the response the video has received. Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for framing

Word History

First Known Use

1703, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of framing was in 1703

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“Framing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/framing. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.

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