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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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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as in negotiating
to plan out usually with subtle skill or care
a composer framing the structure of a song
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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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as in planning
to work out the details of (something) in advance
framed a schedule for the project
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as in bordering
to serve as a border for
trees framed the walkway
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Recent Examples of framing
Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 24 Apr. 2025
The dance sequences are generally simply shot, lots of full-body and full-stage framings, very few sweaty close-ups — all fitting for a show that aspires to a little distance rather than uncomfortable intimacy.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2025
The Auto Zoom capability can intelligently adjust the camera’s framing for both close-ups and wide shots with a zoom range of 3x to 24x.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
And thanks to strategic framing and platform-conscious editing, the series has already made its mark across digital platforms, with over 74 million TikTok views and counting.
—Tony Bradley, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2025
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But due to Coogler’s framing, seeing Mary, a white-passing woman but ostensible outsider, turned into a vampire is tragic.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 24 Apr. 2025
The dance sequences are generally simply shot, lots of full-body and full-stage framings, very few sweaty close-ups — all fitting for a show that aspires to a little distance rather than uncomfortable intimacy.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2025
The Auto Zoom capability can intelligently adjust the camera’s framing for both close-ups and wide shots with a zoom range of 3x to 24x.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
And thanks to strategic framing and platform-conscious editing, the series has already made its mark across digital platforms, with over 74 million TikTok views and counting.
—Tony Bradley, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for framing
Noun
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The petunias are tested and evaluated for qualities such as uniform structure, color quality and intensity, shape, flowering window and speed, and much more.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2025
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The all-steel structure, built in 1964, originally served as an apartment house called Stuart Manor.—
Jackie Valley,
Christian Science Monitor,
2 May 2025
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That dedication to producing top-caliber boats will be critical as Chris-Craft distinguishes itself in the wake-surf market, which is mostly driven by quality.—
Jaclyn Trop,
Robb Report,
24 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, a powerful storm system in the Pacific Ocean is producing extreme waves that are only seen every few years on the West Coast.—
Emily Shapiro,
ABC News,
24 Dec. 2024
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The two players have been negotiating deals with Cincinnati to keep them with the organization for years to come.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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Looking for flexibility with terms can be just as valuable as negotiating a lower purchase price.—
James Nelson,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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The Special artist is also preparing to take on her first lead movie role as she was recently cast as gospel star Sister Rosetta Tharpe, who was one of the first to appeal to rock ‘n’ roll and R&B audiences, in Amazon MGM Studios’ Rosetta.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
13 Apr. 2025
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As the case was preparing to go to trial, in May 2004, the parties settled.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Apr. 2025
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For new investors in their early 20s or 30s who have never experienced a market correction or for someone planning on retiring soon, experiencing a market correction can be very unsettling.—
Earl Carr,
Forbes,
25 Mar. 2025
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Some companies are already planning to raise prices in response.—
DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE STAFFFROM WIRE REPORTS,
arkansasonline.com,
1 Mar. 2025
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Change can no longer be systematically managed through static frameworks or legacy leadership models.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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Advertisement Advertisement As the head of a legal organization that advocates for immigrants, I’m cursed with a front-row view of the framework that threatens to erode our democracy.—
Kica Matos,
Time,
2 May 2025
Verb
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There are genuine questions of fairness about altering the schedule in favour of Champions League teams — particularly in England where there are four sides competing for three top positions — but actively making things harder is something that should be moved away from.—
Jessy Parker Humphreys,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
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Homan said Monday that sanctuary policies in Boston and Massachusetts were making communities less safe, because of the disconnect between local and federal agencies.—
Kevin Sabet,
Newsweek,
24 Mar. 2025
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Just as manipulating actuality is the soul of cinema, playing with subjectivity is the soul of AI as an artistic medium.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
8 Apr. 2025
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Biohacking sales isn’t about manipulating people.—
Scott Hutcheson,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Framing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/framing. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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