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noun

ˈfrā-miŋ How to pronounce framing (audio)
Definition of framingnext
as in structure
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form the framing of the debate will consist of a predetermined order of turns and follow-up comments

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verb

present participle of frame
1
as in producing
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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2
as in negotiating
to plan out usually with subtle skill or care a composer framing the structure of a song

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3
as in preparing
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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4
as in planning
to work out the details of (something) in advance framed a schedule for the project

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5
as in bordering
to serve as a border for trees framed the walkway

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Recent Examples of framing
Noun
In Philbrick’s framing, the root cause of this crisis was the discovery of gold in California nearly two centuries ago. — Kathryn Schulz, New Yorker, 26 Oct. 2026 That framing, functional over ornamental, marks a clear departure from the resort-style aesthetic that dominated the late pandemic years. — Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Oct. 2026
Verb
Over successive summers, their routine became a framing device. — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 6 Nov. 2026 That framing positions the genre closer to risk education than to pure shock entertainment. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for framing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for framing
  1. structure
  2. producing
  3. negotiating
  4. preparing
  5. planning
  6. bordering
  7. framework
  8. making
Noun
  • When the dust settled, images from Mariner 9 revealed that these structures were the tops of huge volcanoes.
    — Tariq Malik, Space.com, 13 Nov. 2026
  • Huang had an extraordinary 60 direct reports, as part of a flat structure that favored fast communication over layered hierarchies.
    — Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 13 Nov. 2026
Definition of structure
Verb
  • Federal research funding supports jobs and businesses while producing discoveries and training the workforce on which private industry depends.
    — Carole LaBonne, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Founded, in 1974, by the animator Tatsuo Shimamura, Shirogumi originally specialized in producing effects for television commercials, in addition to making films for special events and expositions.
    — Matt Alt, New Yorker, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of producing
Verb
  • The two parties have not merged, but their cooperation effectively gives Eisenkot the negotiating backing of 33 lawmakers — more than Netanyahu's Likud, which remains the largest individual party in the Knesset with 27 seats.
    — Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 11 Nov. 2026
  • The Florida State Ethics Board found that former mayor Brent Latham may have violated conflicts of interest regulations for accepting gifts from the Argentine soccer association while negotiating the deal.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of negotiating
Verb
  • Energage’s Smith says preparing an organization for AI readiness often comes down to managers empowering employees to identify the right use cases — and ensuring that leaders embed transparency and authenticity throughout each phase of adoption.
    — S. Sorrina Beecher, Chicago Tribune, 13 Nov. 2026
  • Both have been preparing for the band’s performances as well as the Frehley tribute, an all-star event during which Frehley’s band will back a roster of guests, including alumnus guitarist Bruce Kulick.
    — Gary Graff, Billboard, 13 Nov. 2026
Definition of preparing
Verb
  • As a designer and producer in her day-to-day life, Mele put her skills to work when planning the wedding.
    — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 8 Nov. 2026
  • How to plan for a possible 22% cut For households, Mulyadi recommends planning with a range rather than a single number.
    — Lena Borrelli, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of planning
Verb
  • My family grew up in North Newark, bordering the Italian neighborhood that people would later become familiar with through The Sopranos.
    — Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 13 Nov. 2026
  • Pakistani security forces have killed 74 militants in multiple raids on hideouts in the northwest and southwestern regions bordering Afghanistan over the past 10 days, the military said Friday.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 13 Nov. 2026
Definition of bordering
Noun
  • Within this framework, advanced radar systems serve as a critical component by providing information about potential aerial activity.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026
  • National governments will already be looking at their aviation authority regulations and frameworks and there will be discussions at the European and global level, John Edwards, senior consultant at Gates Aviation in London, said by phone.
    — Jenni Reid, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of framework
Verb
  • The goal is to create an individual arrangement that provides support without making assumptions or singling the person out.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Fahey said the appeal reflects a broader shift in Democratic messaging, away from making Trump the central issue and toward challenging him to deliver on his own economic promises.
    — Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of making

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