as in structure
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form
you've got the framework of the story and just need to fill in the details
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Recent Examples of framework
Whereas a rigid framework of subgroups and rules once restricted the investments that Kleiner partners could make, the small team of partners now has access to any of the funds.
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Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 31 Jan. 2026
First, the legislature has carried over HB 1246 and SB 1613, companion bills that would create a full adult-use cannabis framework, including a Hawaii Cannabis and Hemp Office, licensing, taxation, and unified regulation of medical, adult-use, and hemp products.
—Alonzo Martinez, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Transparency and legal frameworks, rather than boycotts, represent the appropriate remedy for concerns.
—Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents voted 12-0 on Friday to approve a preliminary agreement that sets the framework for a new 10-year partnership with Fairview Health Services and the M Physicians faculty practice.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 30 Jan. 2026
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Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 31 Jan. 2026
First, the legislature has carried over HB 1246 and SB 1613, companion bills that would create a full adult-use cannabis framework, including a Hawaii Cannabis and Hemp Office, licensing, taxation, and unified regulation of medical, adult-use, and hemp products.
—Alonzo Martinez, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Transparency and legal frameworks, rather than boycotts, represent the appropriate remedy for concerns.
—Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents voted 12-0 on Friday to approve a preliminary agreement that sets the framework for a new 10-year partnership with Fairview Health Services and the M Physicians faculty practice.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 30 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for framework
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When adults normalize reflective conversation alongside predictable routines, boys build internal structure more readily, and with far less conflict.—
Dr. Liz Doe Stone,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Mountain View Fire Rescue Mountain View Fire Rescue says firefighters were called to the house on Daily Drive Saturday night after a warming system for an avocado tree caught fire just outside the building and the flames spread to the structure.—
Jesse Sarles,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Meanwhile, history buffs will love exploring the island’s capital via colorful Spanish-colonial architecture and imposing, ancient fortresses like La Fortaleza and El Morro.—
Brittany Chang,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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The city’s annual Pilgrimage drew in millions of visitors and garnered recognition from the world’s leading travel publications; but home tours often focused on architecture while excluding uncomfortable parts of the past.—
Joe Sills,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Framework.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/framework. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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