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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
Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 21 Dec. 2024
Just days after she was mercilessly ridiculed online for bikini pictures captured by the paparazzi (and a subsequent fiery response of her own), the actress continued to show some skin, posting images on social media that showed off her svelte frame and highlighted her ambassadorship with Miu Miu.
—Caroline Thayer, Fox News, 19 Dec. 2024
Rich Juzwiak, IndieWire, 18 Dec. 2024
Stay in a secluded cliff-top villa framed by rainforest foliage or atop the entire canopy in a mountain treehouse with retractable walls and private plunge pool.
—Emily Hochberg, Travel + Leisure, 18 Dec. 2024
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That marked the sixth time this season Maryland has forced an opponent to commit 10 or more turnovers in the opening frame.
—Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 21 Dec. 2024
Just days after she was mercilessly ridiculed online for bikini pictures captured by the paparazzi (and a subsequent fiery response of her own), the actress continued to show some skin, posting images on social media that showed off her svelte frame and highlighted her ambassadorship with Miu Miu.
—Caroline Thayer, Fox News, 19 Dec. 2024
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Severin also agreed to box art inspired by the original VHS releases approved by Meyer with a poster/film image framed with a thick red border replete with the word BOSOMANIA!
—Rich Juzwiak, IndieWire, 18 Dec. 2024
Stay in a secluded cliff-top villa framed by rainforest foliage or atop the entire canopy in a mountain treehouse with retractable walls and private plunge pool.
—Emily Hochberg, Travel + Leisure, 18 Dec. 2024
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Architect Kengo Kuma has designed a structure that blends seamlessly into its leafy surroundings, thanks in part to the use of Cypress wood and other natural materials, as well as traditional Japanese building methods.Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 5 Jan. 2025
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The 10 Babe's locations occupy older buildings—former firehouses, warehouses, barn-style structures.Carolanne Griffith Roberts, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2025
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With Abrams as an occasional intermediary, Pelletier and Wolff hammered out a basic story shape.Katy Waldman, The New Yorker, 6 Jan. 2025
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Others could emerge — keep an eye on the Hoyas — to help the Big East match or exceed last season’s three-bid showing, with St. John’s in the best shape right now.CJ Moore, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
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Instead of relying on a single perimeter defense (like a traditional VPN), Zero Trust requires continuous verification of all users and devices – which ultimately enhances security.Gene Marks, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
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In what has been a season rapidly trending in a disappointing direction, one of the few things the Golden State Warriors have been able to rely upon is Andrew Wiggins’ steady perimeter defense.Anthony Slater, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
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Though the meteor shower doesn’t last long, the Quadrantids make up for their short duration by producing fireballs.Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Dec. 2024
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Even appliances, produce, and cookbooks—though certainly at home in this space—might be giving your kitchen a busy appearance.Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2024
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In other markets, inventory will be lower and there will be less room to negotiate.Giulia Carbonaro, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025
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The appeals panel found that a defense secretary has the power to prevent a war court overseer from negotiating a plea deal as a general principle, just not retroactively.Democrat-Gazette staff from wire reports, arkansasonline.com, 1 Jan. 2025
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The microbiomes of plants and soil share very similar bacteria communities to our own, being composed of five major bacterial phyla that are also found in the human gut and skin.Kathy Willis, WIRED, 21 Dec. 2024
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But Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Michigan, Georgia, Arizona, North Carolina, and Nevada composed a good crossroads of America’s populace and sentiment in 2024.The Editors, National Review, 20 Dec. 2024
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Insider tips: Ideal for active couples who plan to take advantage of the myriad activities on offer.Katie Kiefner, Vogue, 1 Jan. 2025
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Officials are also probing whether the suspect acted alone or had help from others in planning and executing the attack, Jason Williams, the district attorney of Orleans Parish, which includes New Orleans, told ABC News.Josh Margolin, ABC News, 1 Jan. 2025
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Three pools include the Keiki pool for young guests, the 3,900 square foot resort pool, and the Adult Pool, bordered by lounge chairs, with cocktail service from nearby HāBar.Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 31 Dec. 2024
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Wyoming has owned the southeastern Jackson Hole property, bordered by Grand Teton on three sides and national forest on the fourth, since long before the national park's establishment in 1929.CBS News, CBS News, 28 Dec. 2024
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“Frame.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frame. Accessed 9 Jan. 2025.
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