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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
Matt Robison, Newsweek, 25 Feb. 2025
Copper foil tape, which inhibits their movements by reacting with their mucous and giving an electric shock, can be wrapped around garden bed frames, says Khan.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2025
Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 26 Feb. 2025
In America, self-control is framed as a personal choice — a way to get in shape or prove mental toughness before indulging again.
—Julie Cobalt, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Feb. 2025
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Noun
The clip's overlaid text highlights the owner's thoughtful decision to remove the bed frame, allowing the aging pet to climb onto the bed with ease.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 25 Feb. 2025
Copper foil tape, which inhibits their movements by reacting with their mucous and giving an electric shock, can be wrapped around garden bed frames, says Khan.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2025
Verb
The airy, open floor plan is subtly highlighted throughout by soaring ceilings and stone floors, and the massive great room, which stretches to 100 feet long, is one of the main spaces where those details aid in framing vistas of the swimming pool and sparkling waters of Biscayne Bay.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 26 Feb. 2025
In America, self-control is framed as a personal choice — a way to get in shape or prove mental toughness before indulging again.
—Julie Cobalt, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for frame
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The structures in their dactyl clubs could influence the designs of military and athletic protective gear in the future.—
Tim Stevens,
Ars Technica,
22 Feb. 2025
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Any structure of that height would tower over the White House, which is 70 feet tall at its highest point, according to the White House Historical Association.—
Chris Mueller,
USA TODAY,
22 Feb. 2025
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And there only so many shuttered plants in the U.S. in good enough shape to potentially be restarted.—
Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
23 Feb. 2025
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The Nuggets are in excellent shape, Denver is 9-1 in its last 10 games and is currently on a nine-game win streak.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
23 Feb. 2025
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Lillard must shoot past seven other elite perimeter gunners — including another previous champion in Golden State Warriors wing Buddy Hield.—
Scott Phillips,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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Our Evolve Student Housing project will be built to the highest modern fire safety standards with Type I-B (fire-resistant concrete) construction, a new perimeter fire road, a new secondary emergency access road to Aztec Circle Drive and a 100-foot defensible fire buffer zone.—
Cynthia Aranda Cervantes,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Feb. 2025
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On tap for the region through Saturday night are severe thunderstorms and torrential downpours that could even produce multiple tornadoes, said AccuWeather severe weather expert Guy Pearson.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA TODAY,
16 Feb. 2025
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This film is produced under Simone McIntyre’s Orley Productions.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
16 Feb. 2025
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Machine customers represent a specialized subset of AI agents—designed specifically to autonomously purchase goods, negotiate transactions and influence commercial decisions.—
Tor Constantino,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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Originally, no alcohol was supposed to be served there, says the tech company sales executive who commissioned the event, but Sicily Lifestyle managed to negotiate to have wine.—
Andrew Sessa,
Robb Report,
18 Feb. 2025
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Diversity Of Skills And Expertise High-performing executive teams are composed of individuals with complementary skills and experiences.—
Levi King,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Lin-Manuel Miranda, who wrote and composed the music for the original film, was replaced by Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear in the sequel.—
Andrés Buenahora,
Variety,
25 Feb. 2025
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However, Boone plans on using the 29-year-old as his everyday center fielder.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
19 Feb. 2025
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Pepsi is also reportedly planning to launch its own prebiotic soda this year, according to CNBC.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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The next morning, Storer drove to Altadena—an area bordering Eaton Canyon that’s long been a haven for middle-class Black families and has recently attracted the young and upwardly mobile—to help another friend evacuate and hose down her home.—
Hannah Goldfield,
The New Yorker,
10 Feb. 2025
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One of Atlanta's prettiest parks and a Downtown street bordering City Hall are being renamed in honor of Atlanta's first woman mayor.—
Thomas Wheatley,
Axios,
6 Feb. 2025
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“Frame.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frame. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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