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as in frameworks
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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as in shapes
the type of body that a person has
a tall man with a big frame
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as in edges
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something
a white curtain with a blue frame
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as in produces
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 negotiates
to plan out usually with subtle skill or care
a composer framing the structure of a song
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as in composes
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 plans
to work out the details of (something) in advance
framed a schedule for the project
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as in borders
to serve as a border for
trees framed the walkway
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Recent Examples of frames
Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 12 Mar. 2026
License plate frames, like the ones given by a dealer, often cover details at the top and bottom of the tag, like the state name and the name of the county on older plates.
—Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 12 Mar. 2026
Fox also accessorized with ringless rectangular frames, a heart pendant necklace, and thigh-high leather boots.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 10 Mar. 2026
Warby Parker releases new frames via drop.
—Ellen Cushing, The Atlantic, 10 Mar. 2026
The small villa, ideal for a duo, features a living room-balcony hybrid where trailing greenery frames views of the water.
—Angela Tafoya, Vogue, 9 Mar. 2026
Then the wheels fell off over the final two and a half frames, as Minnesota was blown out by 27 points.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 9 Mar. 2026
The all-season style negates the need to purchase more than one comforter, and its hypoallergenic lyocell design—made to fit bed frames from twin to California king size—is fully machine washable.
—Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026
But, across the next seven frames, Team USA squandered so many chances to run-rule a Brazil team that featured only one player in its lineup with any major-league experience.
—Maria Torres, New York Times, 7 Mar. 2026
Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Growing up together in 1950s Naples, the two have a series of minor conflicts before their last and final split, the one that frames the narrative of the quartet.
—Literary Hub, 11 Mar. 2026
The living area frames views of the curving exterior staircase that once led to the home’s front entry, while the dining area peers onto a garden vista.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 10 Mar. 2026
As Jeremy Tang often frames it, a brand voice that cannot be maintained across hundreds or thousands of pages is not really a voice.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
In addition, a narrow horizontal window frames the endless views of the volcanic horizon.
—New Atlas, 6 Mar. 2026
The solicitation frames the campaign as an effort to push back on what Newsom has often described as misleading narratives about California.
—Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
The curved silhouette subtly frames the décolletage without veering into overt glamour, striking a balance between softness and sophistication.
—Frances Solá-Santiago, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
For professionals still running first-generation Pro or Max systems, that frames this as a sizable leap.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Mar. 2026
Noun
With advanced lens tech for competition-ready frames, the eyewear line’s assortment emphasizes Armani’s personal ethos of precision, innovation and modern design.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 12 Mar. 2026
License plate frames, like the ones given by a dealer, often cover details at the top and bottom of the tag, like the state name and the name of the county on older plates.
—Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 12 Mar. 2026
Fox also accessorized with ringless rectangular frames, a heart pendant necklace, and thigh-high leather boots.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 10 Mar. 2026
Warby Parker releases new frames via drop.
—Ellen Cushing, The Atlantic, 10 Mar. 2026
The small villa, ideal for a duo, features a living room-balcony hybrid where trailing greenery frames views of the water.
—Angela Tafoya, Vogue, 9 Mar. 2026
Then the wheels fell off over the final two and a half frames, as Minnesota was blown out by 27 points.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 9 Mar. 2026
The all-season style negates the need to purchase more than one comforter, and its hypoallergenic lyocell design—made to fit bed frames from twin to California king size—is fully machine washable.
—Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026
But, across the next seven frames, Team USA squandered so many chances to run-rule a Brazil team that featured only one player in its lineup with any major-league experience.
—Maria Torres, New York Times, 7 Mar. 2026
Verb
Eleanor Sweet McDonnell and Joseph Salvi are facing off in the primary, with McDonnell highlighting her track record as North Barrington village president and previous work in politics, while Salvi frames himself as part of a new generation of Lake County Republicans.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Growing up together in 1950s Naples, the two have a series of minor conflicts before their last and final split, the one that frames the narrative of the quartet.
—Literary Hub, 11 Mar. 2026
The living area frames views of the curving exterior staircase that once led to the home’s front entry, while the dining area peers onto a garden vista.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 10 Mar. 2026
As Jeremy Tang often frames it, a brand voice that cannot be maintained across hundreds or thousands of pages is not really a voice.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
In addition, a narrow horizontal window frames the endless views of the volcanic horizon.
—New Atlas, 6 Mar. 2026
The solicitation frames the campaign as an effort to push back on what Newsom has often described as misleading narratives about California.
—Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
The curved silhouette subtly frames the décolletage without veering into overt glamour, striking a balance between softness and sophistication.
—Frances Solá-Santiago, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
For professionals still running first-generation Pro or Max systems, that frames this as a sizable leap.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frames
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Defenders of the new classics—with its incorporation of race, gender, pop culture, and comparative frameworks—see it as a more faithful representation of antiquity itself.—
Chang Che,
New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2026
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According to lawsuits filed on Friday, two employees of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) used ChatGPT to determine whether previously approved National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) grants should be canceled based on proximity to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion frameworks.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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These slow-growing trees are reliable, come in an astounding variety of shapes, sizes, and colors, and offer vivid bright scarlet, crimson, orange, and yellow fall foliage.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2026
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These candy-like shapes in bright neon colors contrast quite nicely against a silver base.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
8 Mar. 2026
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For a more permanent solution, Wang recommends sewing the edges of the sheets together and leaving an opening to stuff the bed with fabric scraps or old clothes.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
13 Mar. 2026
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Weed the edges around the sidewalk regularly and trim shrubs and grass that hang over the sidewalk because their shade can promote mold and moss growth.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Notably, the system produces hydrogen and oxygen at different times rather than simultaneously through a membrane.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Mar. 2026
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In the new variant, this set up produces 536 hp in most situations but ups things to 657 hp when launch control mode is engaged.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Their goal — to demand better wages and improved working conditions as American Airlines negotiates a new contract at the airport.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2026
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Once a shortlist is established, The PEO Link negotiates terms, presents structured comparisons, and supports implementation.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Though the movie is shot entirely outdoors and largely features people on the move, mostly in the countryside but also in several turbulent city sequences, Ouédraogo (working with three cinematographers) composes images with poise and concentration.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
6 Mar. 2026
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Sharon Udoh Udoh composes, writes and improvises hymns.—
Ruby Rosenthal,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Harare banned exports of raw lithium ore in 2022 and plans to prohibit exports of lithium concentrates by 2027, forcing companies to invest in local processing instead.—
Ray Mwayera,
semafor.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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The association says the nearest cannery, Pacific Coast Producers, plans to rely instead on one-year cash contracts to maximize production at its existing facilities.—
Nina Burns,
CBS News,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Talamantes represents District 3, which borders Kaplan’s district to the south.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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The cemetery borders Parker Street, Washington Street and Cemetery Drive.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Frames.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frames. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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