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noun

Definition of framenext
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as in structure
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form now that the frame has been built, we have a better idea of the size of our new house

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2
as in shape
the type of body that a person has a tall man with a big frame

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as in perimeter
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something a white curtain with a blue frame

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frame

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verb

ˈfrām How to pronounce frame (audio)
1
as in to produce
to bring into being by combining, shaping, or transforming materials framed a unique coffee table from an old, discarded chest of drawers

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as in to negotiate
to plan out usually with subtle skill or care a composer framing the structure of a song

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as in to compose
to put (something) into proper and usually carefully worked out written form you'll need to frame your argument well if you're going to win the debate

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as in to plan
to work out the details of (something) in advance framed a schedule for the project

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as in to border
to serve as a border for trees framed the walkway

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Recent Examples of frame
Noun
Among our favorites are Quince’s airy linen midiskirt (available in petite sizes) and Abercrombie & Fitch’s high-rise cotton midi, which has a flowy silhouette that feels light without swallowing a shorter frame. — Malia Griggs, Glamour, 15 July 2026 Magnetic light bars included in the design mount to the frame and remove for use around camp. — New Atlas, 15 July 2026
Verb
But that framing ignores a few factors, as was pointed out to Deadline by the leader of one suitor committed to safeguarding the company’s unique, cinephile-forward culture. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 14 July 2026 If your team is big on tailgating, frame it as its own mini-event with food, music and time to meet other fans in the lot. — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for frame
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frame
  1. structure
  2. shape
  3. perimeter
  4. produce
  5. negotiate
  6. compose
  7. plan
  8. border
Noun
  • The changes are adaptive changes of the structure and function of the heart.
    — Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
  • The structure of Iran’s regime was built following the Islamic Revolution of 1979.
    — Xiaoqian Lin, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
Definition of structure
Noun
  • What differentiates Ammortal from the glut of wellness and optimization products on the market, according to its charismatic and observably in-shape founder, is the promise of a more all-encompassing experience of physical and mental restoration.
    — Jake Nevins, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026
  • The compatibility between their shapes allows lactase to break lactose apart into its simple sugar components, which are more easily managed by the digestive system.
    — Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 15 July 2026
Definition of shape
Noun
  • Catalan Fire Service head of operations Eduard Martinez said the blaze had a perimeter of 25 miles and firefighters may not be able to bring it under control on Sunday, EFE said.
    — Elena Becatoros, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
  • The Waseca County Honor Guard carried the flag out of the fairgrounds hall, and with about 35 volunteers around its perimeter, the red, white and blue was fully unfurled in all its glory for the first time in decades.
    — Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 4 July 2026
Definition of perimeter
Verb
  • China’s energy resilience and its ability to quickly and cheaply produce goods for other nations have helped buffer some of the economic impact from the war in Iran.
    — Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
  • In addition to Bridges, artists Lydia Kitto and J Lloyd produced the album.
    — Brayden Garcia July 14, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026
Definition of produce
Verb
  • Although Chism is on administrative leave, the deals she’s participated in negotiating on behalf of Wyandotte County will remain ongoing in her absence, the Unified Government told The Star after her arrest.
    — Sofi Zeman July 15, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026
  • Mendieta is best known for work that interweaves sadness with violence, drawing on her experiences of exile and her feminist politics to negotiate the transient fragility of life.
    — Eliza Goodpasture, ARTnews.com, 15 July 2026
Definition of negotiate
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  • The dots composing the words move up the screen while the rest of the pinpoints move downward, generating a visual opposition that the human mind can detect and discern.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 16 July 2026
  • Abrams is doing it all this time — writing, directing, producing, and even, for the first time, composing the original score.
    — Brian Welk, IndieWire, 15 July 2026
Definition of compose
Verb
  • Recognizing the complex from a previous arrest but seeing little activity, the team planned to return later.
    — Reeti Malhotra July 13, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026
  • The brief event showcased the Grand Prix-style auto race his administration is planning around the national monuments next month to celebrate the country’s 250th birthday.
    — Cat Zakrzewski, Washington Post, 13 July 2026
Definition of plan
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  • In the southern Russian city of Krasnodar, which borders Crimea, another video shows a man filling up a container in the back of his car while two women berate him for breaking the rules.
    — Clare Sebastian, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • The western zone was bordered to the north by County Road J, to the south by County Road S, to the west by Cahone and to the east by the Bradfield area.
    — Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 5 July 2026
Definition of border

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“Frame.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frame. Accessed 17 Jul. 2026.

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