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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
Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 20 Feb. 2026
The 20-foot walls are hung salon-style with gilt frames surrounding oil paintings flirting at once with modernism and Renaissance styles.
—Jane Wooldridge, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
Watches typically cover larger areas for several hours, while warnings are for smaller, more specific locations and shorter time frames.
—Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 19 Feb. 2026
Allow the frames to dry completely before closing the windows.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 19 Feb. 2026
These frames often make the bike too rigid to maneuver.
—New Atlas, 18 Feb. 2026
Employees say the company initially developed the hardware by embedding electronics and cameras into off-the-shelf frames from a variety of popular brands.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2026
The rich 35mm frames are captured with a stillness that emphasizes the haunting emptiness around the characters.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 17 Feb. 2026
Meta has purchased a Super Bowl ad slot to promote its Oakley Meta glasses, a combination of Oakley’s athletic sunglasses frames and Meta’s AI technology, in a pitch to bring AI to in-person purchases.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 5 Feb. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
Contemporary research increasingly frames buildings not as inert endpoints, but as active participants within intelligent networks.
—Nathanael Bondu, Rolling Stone, 19 Feb. 2026
The title frames the exhibition’s core tension.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2026
Btfbm Striped Tracksuit The perfect outfit for fans of cool, sporty athleisure, Btfbm’s new tracksuit—which launched just last month—delivers retro streetwear vibes, from the contrast piping to the split-front pant hem that frames your favorite sneakers.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2026
The director frames the film as an immersion into the mind of one such figure — shaped by social discontent, inequality and state repression — who triggers revolt to avenge the death of his dog.
—Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 14 Feb. 2026
Under the Clean Air Act, the current language frames rules that set emissions standards for cars and trucks and require fossil fuel companies to report their emissions, among others.
—Marissa Martinez, NBC news, 11 Feb. 2026
The author frames this as an opportunity for California to pioneer accountability measures that other states could adopt and potentially prevent federal agents from being used to suppress voting before midterm elections.
—Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Molinaroli frames this as pragmatic engineering, where diverse teams sharpen problem-solving.
—Jason Phillips, jsonline.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Noun
Every trip subjects frames, axles, and brake systems to dynamic forces and shifting loads.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 20 Feb. 2026
The 20-foot walls are hung salon-style with gilt frames surrounding oil paintings flirting at once with modernism and Renaissance styles.
—Jane Wooldridge, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
Watches typically cover larger areas for several hours, while warnings are for smaller, more specific locations and shorter time frames.
—Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 19 Feb. 2026
Allow the frames to dry completely before closing the windows.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 19 Feb. 2026
These frames often make the bike too rigid to maneuver.
—New Atlas, 18 Feb. 2026
Employees say the company initially developed the hardware by embedding electronics and cameras into off-the-shelf frames from a variety of popular brands.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2026
The rich 35mm frames are captured with a stillness that emphasizes the haunting emptiness around the characters.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 17 Feb. 2026
Meta has purchased a Super Bowl ad slot to promote its Oakley Meta glasses, a combination of Oakley’s athletic sunglasses frames and Meta’s AI technology, in a pitch to bring AI to in-person purchases.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 5 Feb. 2026
Verb
The barrier frames the landscape, with mountains glowing gold at sunrise and cotton-candy hues come sunset.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
Contemporary research increasingly frames buildings not as inert endpoints, but as active participants within intelligent networks.
—Nathanael Bondu, Rolling Stone, 19 Feb. 2026
The title frames the exhibition’s core tension.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2026
Btfbm Striped Tracksuit The perfect outfit for fans of cool, sporty athleisure, Btfbm’s new tracksuit—which launched just last month—delivers retro streetwear vibes, from the contrast piping to the split-front pant hem that frames your favorite sneakers.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2026
The director frames the film as an immersion into the mind of one such figure — shaped by social discontent, inequality and state repression — who triggers revolt to avenge the death of his dog.
—Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 14 Feb. 2026
Under the Clean Air Act, the current language frames rules that set emissions standards for cars and trucks and require fossil fuel companies to report their emissions, among others.
—Marissa Martinez, NBC news, 11 Feb. 2026
The author frames this as an opportunity for California to pioneer accountability measures that other states could adopt and potentially prevent federal agents from being used to suppress voting before midterm elections.
—Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Molinaroli frames this as pragmatic engineering, where diverse teams sharpen problem-solving.
—Jason Phillips, jsonline.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frames
Noun
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The two countries also agreed legal frameworks on a range of topics including entrepreneurship, health, scientific research and education.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Feb. 2026
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Saturn meeting Neptune aims to restructure your interpersonal frameworks.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
Noun
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For a crafty afternoon, use wire cutters to cut metal hangers into smaller pieces and bend them into small shepherd’s hook shapes to decorate as plant markers.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
22 Feb. 2026
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Best Anthropologie Deals Anthropologie’s whimsical shapes and playful patterns translate seamlessly into its sleepwear department, proving pajamas can be just as stylish and fun as your daytime wardrobe.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Feb. 2026
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Rainwater tends to gather along the road edges.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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This approach also tackles corners and edges that a hose attachment can’t quite reach.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Tim Federle created the series and executive produces via Chorus Boy Productions.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2026
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Washington also exective produces for her Simpson Street banner alongside Pilar Savone.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
18 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Credit counseling Credit counseling agencies can work with you to create a debt management plan that consolidates your payments and negotiates lower interest rates and fees with your creditors.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
17 Feb. 2026
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That unit includes Caremark, which negotiates drug discounts with manufacturers on behalf of insurance plans, creates lists of medications, or formularies, that are covered by insurance, and reimburses pharmacies for prescriptions.—
Annika Kim Constantino,
CNBC,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Sharon Udoh Udoh composes, writes and improvises hymns.—
Ruby Rosenthal,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
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The episode Art was created by Lily Whear and Lizzie Younan composes our music.—
Gabriela Saldivia,
Scientific American,
3 Dec. 2025
Verb
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In a social media post on X, Huffines said the property has been renamed San Rafael Ranch after a saint associated with healing and that his family plans to operate a Christian retreat there.—
Susan Montoya Bryan,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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The team plans to further refine the material and test its ability to isolate additional rare earth elements.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The park borders residential neighborhoods, plus the Brea Senior Center and the local Boys & Girls Club.—
Terri Daxon,
Oc Register,
18 Feb. 2026
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This district borders Iowa and is home to Western Illinois University; Hammond has served this area since 2010.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Frames.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frames. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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