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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The three-story house was delivered, like most upmarket specs, in turnkey condition: brand-new plumbing, flawless framing, nothing sagging or squeaking. Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025 That framing — from 145% to 30% — makes this week’s outcome look like a breakthrough. Shannon Carroll, Quartz, 12 May 2025 Situations like this fall outside the bill’s legal framing. Sylvia Lu, The Conversation, 8 May 2025 More love games for Ellie and Dina The show’s framing of Dina is overall very different, giving her much deeper tactical knowledge and street smarts than the more impulsive Ellie. Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 5 May 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 20 May. 2025.

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