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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
And avoid any framing that treats dying as quitting, Brazzale recommends. — Angela Haupt, Time, 5 Aug. 2026 Grantham’s own framing reaches for an even longer horizon, tying market excess to demographic collapse and resource scarcity. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 4 Aug. 2026
Verb
The article champions the social model of disability, framing it as environmental barriers, not individual deficits. — Keely Cat-Wells, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 The hairline plays an important role in framing the face and shaping how natural the final result appears. — Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 10 Aug. 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
  • The article also called for detailed mobilization plans covering command structures, communications and procedures for dealing with unexpected situations.
    — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 16 Aug. 2026
  • As the hurricane approached, shelters were opened, events were canceled and ranchers were urged to leave their cattle in pastures rather than structures that might collapse.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of structure
Verb
  • Both players played well, Romero shackling Jude Bellingham for much of the evening, Spence producing a famous recovery tackle on Giuliano Simeone when England were 1-0 up.
    — Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2026
  • This heat drives the park’s geysers and hot springs while producing frequent earthquakes and gradual changes in the ground.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of producing
Verb
  • Traffic through the waterway remains low and although Iran and Oman are negotiating over the waterway, there are no immediate signs of a deal.
    — Charlotte Reck, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2026
  • He may be entitled to dislike the Supreme Court’s answer but he is really not entitled to keep fidgeting with it as though a constitutional Supreme Court judgment were merely a negotiating position.
    — Andy J. Semotiuk, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of negotiating
Verb
  • Making this show is a combination of preparing for something—and then preparing for things to go another way completely.
    — Lale Arikoglu, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Aug. 2026
  • One potential recruit was preparing to graduate and was interested in becoming a diesel mechanic in the military.
    — Steven Beynon, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of preparing
Verb
  • After originally planning to stay on anyway, Alice has decided to seek other opportunities and would like a letter of recommendation after sticking around for Ted’s transition period.
    — Keith Phipps, Vulture, 12 Aug. 2026
  • When my wife and I were planning a quick summer getaway with our two teenage daughters, heading to the desert was an easy choice.
    — Mike Avila, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of planning
Verb
  • The Hezlep House, completed in 1968, is one of his few remaining homes in San Marino, a leafy, genteel city bordering Pasadena.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 13 Aug. 2026
  • In bordering Easton, where 72% of students are white, the share that completes advanced coursework is 70%, according to state data.
    — Cameron Pugh, Christian Science Monitor, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of bordering
Noun
  • The framework for a deal was consummated in a matter of days, Iger said, although the sale agreed upon Wednesday needs to be approved by the NBA Board of Governors.
    — Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The framework includes guidelines allowing residential construction on property owned by public institutions, churches and nonprofits.
    — Ryan Macasero, Mercury News, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of framework
Verb
  • The Cubs have been relentless against lefties this season, and that pressure continued Wednesday with lefty Jackson Kent, a Lake Park graduate from Hanover Park, making his major-league debut for the Nationals.
    — Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Her artistic work extends into visual illustration and fashion, with her tattoos and styling choices making her a distinctively individual presence in the group's lineup.
    — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of making

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