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as in structure
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 perimeter
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 to produce
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 to negotiate
to plan out usually with subtle skill or care
a composer framing the structure of a song
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as in to compose
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 to plan
to work out the details of (something) in advance
framed a schedule for the project
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as in to border
to serve as a border for
trees framed the walkway
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Recent Examples of frame
Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 2 Apr. 2025
It was written into the script that those two VHS tapes needed to be in the same frame as that shot.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2025
Mary Wolshok, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Apr. 2025
Bangs were not an overly popular style at the time, but the wisps that framed the face were usually worn wavy and curly as a nod to sensual softness of the Greek goddess Aphrodite.
—Irene Coltrinari, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2025
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Noun
In snaps from the celebration shared to Instagram, Victoria wore an angelic white slip dress that draped effortlessly over her posh frame.
—Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 2 Apr. 2025
It was written into the script that those two VHS tapes needed to be in the same frame as that shot.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2025
Verb
The internet, cellphones, genomics and artificial intelligence, unparalleled social diversity, the economic power of China, and the end of a major global pandemic framed the challenges and opportunities of everyday Americans and the nature of our politics and civil society.
—Mary Wolshok, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Apr. 2025
Bangs were not an overly popular style at the time, but the wisps that framed the face were usually worn wavy and curly as a nod to sensual softness of the Greek goddess Aphrodite.
—Irene Coltrinari, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for frame
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At stake are family budgets, America’s prominence as the world’s leading financial power and the structure of the global economy.—
Josh Boak,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2025
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The concrete bases of the structure were located at the points where the bedrock is highest, reducing the cost of building the house’s foundations.—
María Noval-Quílez,
Architectural Digest,
30 Mar. 2025
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And for as long as seats have been installed in the briefing room, the WHCA board has equitably assigned those seats to reflect the changing shape of the press corps.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2025
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Shutters should also reflect the shape and size of the window.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
31 Mar. 2025
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The percentage tells the public how much of the fire perimeter is believed to not go beyond the control lines.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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To get here, these Tigers outlasted Michigan and then Michigan State, winning their Elite Eight draw with rigid perimeter defense and a 25-point, 14-board Broome showing.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
5 Apr. 2025
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Directed by Joachim Rønning, the movie also stars Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Hasan Minhaj, Jodie Turner-Smith, Arturo Castro, Cameron Monaghan and Gillian Anderson. Leto, Sean Bailey, Jeffrey Silver, Justin Springer, Emma Ludbrook and Steven Lisberger produce, while Russell Allen executive produces.—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Apr. 2025
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But the creative minds that produced these vehicles didn’t restrict their thinking to punchy visuals.—
Julie Belcove,
Robb Report,
5 Apr. 2025
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Others are holding off or attempting to negotiate with the Trump administration to lower the rates.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
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The acquisition was negotiated by Miles Fineburg representing Samuel Goldwyn Films, with Studiocanal’s team including Chloe Marquet (head of international sales), Charlotte Lopez (senior VP of international sales) and Sophie Leuthreau (head of business and legal affairs international distribution).—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
7 Apr. 2025
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The presentation was brought to life at the start by a full orchestra performing a live rendition of the franchise’s familiar theme music, originally composed by John Williams.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Apr. 2025
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Retired educators: The Retired Educators of Osceola County is composed of people who are retired from the field of education from anywhere in the country.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 Apr. 2025
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The original start date was planned earlier, and the season would have been much easier to work in.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2025
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To add insult to injury, the NCAA does not plan on paying the full amount in cash.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Other nearby hospitals Westchester encompasses a swath of the county roughly bordered by Eighth Street/Tamiami Trail to the north, Southwest 40th Street/Bird Road to the south, the Palmetto Expressway to the east and Southwest 117th Avenue to the west, according to a 2020 county memorandum.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2025
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The home is surrounded by lush greenery; the 30 surrounding acres include the Chagrin River, which runs through the property, and the Metroparks system borders the home.—
Kristine Hansen,
Architectural Digest,
1 Apr. 2025
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“Frame.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frame. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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