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as in frameworks
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 shapes
the type of body that a person has a tall man with a big frame
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as in edges
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 produces
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 negotiates
to plan out usually with subtle skill or care a composer framing the structure of a song
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as in composes
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 plans
to work out the details of (something) in advance framed a schedule for the project
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as in borders
to serve as a border for trees framed the walkway
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Recent Examples of frames
Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 23 Apr. 2026 Same goes for the wooden wardrobe frames, oversized brass hooks, and low-slung tables that dot the space. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026 This produces smooth local reference frames that guide actions such as sliding, cutting, or probing. —Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 22 Apr. 2026 The metal frames are wrapped in a PE rattan, which offers the stylish look of traditional rattan but with improved weather resistance. —Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Apr. 2026 The musician and actress gave it a punk twist—wearing it with black slingback pumps, a Louis Vuitton east-west bag, and oversized frames. —Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2026 One four-year-old thread is still active with people trying to figure out a solution, which includes Gorilla Tape–ing screen mesh directly to their window frames. —Clio Chang, Curbed, 21 Apr. 2026 Roupp pitched six shutout innings and no-hit the Reds for the first five frames. —Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026 View gallery - 6 images Austrian e-bike maker Esel is bringing its stunning ash wood frames to the city for the first time with the new eUrban. —Omar Kardoudi april 15, New Atlas, 15 Apr. 2026
Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2026 To set off the entry, rustic wood paneling frames it. —Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2026 Sandel frames the lesson in strikingly personal terms. —Ryan Brennan april 10, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026 Craig agrees and frames the challenge in terms of historical analogy. —Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 10 Apr. 2026 Chanelle frames it in terms of group chemistry. —Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Apr. 2026 The preface by historian Abul Fazl frames the work as a reconciliatory project. —Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Apr. 2026 Adell had just stolen a home run, tumbling over the waist-high wall near the right-field foul pole, which frames the left side of the photo. —Tyler Kepner, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2026 The company frames it as a service, given the information overload most people find themselves in, and the unbiased goal of prediction markets. —Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2026
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The southpaw allowed the leadoff hitter to reach base in each of his innings, but quickly got a double play in both frames. —Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 23 Apr. 2026 Same goes for the wooden wardrobe frames, oversized brass hooks, and low-slung tables that dot the space. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026 This produces smooth local reference frames that guide actions such as sliding, cutting, or probing. —Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 22 Apr. 2026 The metal frames are wrapped in a PE rattan, which offers the stylish look of traditional rattan but with improved weather resistance. —Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Apr. 2026 The musician and actress gave it a punk twist—wearing it with black slingback pumps, a Louis Vuitton east-west bag, and oversized frames. —Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2026 One four-year-old thread is still active with people trying to figure out a solution, which includes Gorilla Tape–ing screen mesh directly to their window frames. —Clio Chang, Curbed, 21 Apr. 2026 Roupp pitched six shutout innings and no-hit the Reds for the first five frames. —Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026 View gallery - 6 images Austrian e-bike maker Esel is bringing its stunning ash wood frames to the city for the first time with the new eUrban. —Omar Kardoudi april 15, New Atlas, 15 Apr. 2026
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The main living area centers on a double-height great room, where a wall of glass frames the water and fills the home with natural light. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2026 To set off the entry, rustic wood paneling frames it. —Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2026 Sandel frames the lesson in strikingly personal terms. —Ryan Brennan april 10, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026 Craig agrees and frames the challenge in terms of historical analogy. —Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 10 Apr. 2026 Chanelle frames it in terms of group chemistry. —Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Apr. 2026 The preface by historian Abul Fazl frames the work as a reconciliatory project. —Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Apr. 2026 Adell had just stolen a home run, tumbling over the waist-high wall near the right-field foul pole, which frames the left side of the photo. —Tyler Kepner, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2026 The company frames it as a service, given the information overload most people find themselves in, and the unbiased goal of prediction markets. —Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frames
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Most current educational models were built on frameworks from the 1920s, optimized for uniformity and rote instruction, not for the range of students in classrooms today.— Sherri Helvie, New York Daily News, 19 Apr. 2026
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Covalent organic frameworks have been explored as potential electrolyte materials because of their porous and stable structures.— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 17 Apr. 2026
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The results were colorful, bursting with shapes and patterns, but often totally bizarre.— Gabe Montesanti, PEOPLE, 19 Apr. 2026
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Now in its 10th year in the Golden State, TinyFest brings together dozens of homebuilders and merchants who showcase the concept, their many shapes and forms, all in one place.— Amancai Biraben, Oc Register, 18 Apr. 2026
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Bieber’s stage was large, roundish, and mostly bare, with a hilly ridge around the edges.— Vinson Cunningham, New Yorker, 18 Apr. 2026
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For a bit more texture, cook until the edges of the whites are browned and crisp.— Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026
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Fry executive produces alongside William Harper and Paul McGuigan, who will also direct.— Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2026
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According to the International Energy Agency, a train journey produces on average 85% less CO2 than a flight and 87% less than a car trip.— Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Apr. 2026
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Among those misled were lenders Aliya Sports Finance Fund and All Pro Capital Funding, as well as Sure Sports, a brokerage firm that negotiates financial deals with professional athletes.— Matt Moret, New York Times, 16 Apr. 2026
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Spanish officials have said the government wants to shore up more Chinese investment, and boost exports to the country, even though trade is conducted by the European Union, which negotiates on behalf of all 27 member states.— ABC News, ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
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The group composes its own sacred music, lilting songs that prompt women in green-and-white wraparounds to vigorously shake their bodies.— Rodney Muhumuza, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
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The art was created by Lily Whear and Lizzie Younan composes our music.— Carol Sutton Lewis, Scientific American, 3 Apr. 2026
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Students in the class this semester are redesigning the AI agent to smooth out some kinks, and Ipeirotis plans to use it in all his future classes.— Jocelyn Gecker, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
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Carriers have also been pulling back on their capacity growth plans to cut costs, which can drive up airfare when fewer seats are for sale.— Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2026
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The art nouveau buildings of Parizska Street flutter with labels including Prada and Hermès, although more atmospheric is the historic Jewish Quarter that borders it, dating back to the 12th century.— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
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Colombia’s army said that the attack took place in Ipiales, a municipality in the southwest of the country that borders Ecuador.— ABC News, ABC News, 20 Apr. 2026
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“Frames.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/frames. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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