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
The Central Coast never fit that template neatly, which meant it was perpetually undervalued by the conventional framework.
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Lindsey Harn, Fortune, 6 June 2026
Developed from the earlier Light School framework within Virtual World Society, Luminara examines how immersive technology, artificial intelligence, neuroscience, creativity, and experiential learning may work together to support human flourishing and social connection.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 4 June 2026
Forté wrote that policies governing standards of care and inmate complaint procedures are already in place, along with processes outlined in the department’s collective bargaining agreement, and argued that several provisions in the ordinance duplicate existing frameworks.
—Ben Wheeler
june 4, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026
Applying that framework to Caterpillar’s previous trading range created upside objectives.
—Jay Woods, CNBC, 4 June 2026
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Lindsey Harn, Fortune, 6 June 2026
Developed from the earlier Light School framework within Virtual World Society, Luminara examines how immersive technology, artificial intelligence, neuroscience, creativity, and experiential learning may work together to support human flourishing and social connection.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 4 June 2026
Forté wrote that policies governing standards of care and inmate complaint procedures are already in place, along with processes outlined in the department’s collective bargaining agreement, and argued that several provisions in the ordinance duplicate existing frameworks.
—Ben Wheeler
june 4, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026
Applying that framework to Caterpillar’s previous trading range created upside objectives.
—Jay Woods, CNBC, 4 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for framework
Noun
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While much attention since the fire has focused on rebuilding physical structures, Nemecek said preserving the ranch’s purpose is equally important.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
9 June 2026
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Although the structure itself has been replaced, the site has been home to community gatherings, events, concerts and celebrations for the past 130 years.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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The rooms themselves are curated with an eye for design, pairing traditional Japanese architecture with midcentury Scandinavian furniture—Eames, Kjærholm, Finn Juhl—all available to purchase in the on-site design shop should your room inspire you.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 May 2026
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With its asking price now at $7 million, the listing remains positioned at the very top end of the Sacramento-area market — but the price cut signals the reality of selling a trophy property where history and architecture are as central to the pitch as bedrooms and square footage.—
David Caraccio
May 29,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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“Framework.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/framework. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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