noun
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a frame, framework, or system of frames
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the way in which something is framed
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adjustment of the longitudinal position of the film in a projector gate to secure proper vertical positioning of the picture on the screen
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Etymology
Origin of framing
late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; see origin at frame, -ing 1
Example Sentences
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"Uefa tells Fifa's Infantino tournament is not for sale," continues the Daily Star, framing the matter in terms of "World Cup Sinners".
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
The manager introduced a white paper in May, framing what he said was the 4th evolutionary stage, or 4.0, of value investing.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 14, 2026
That framing would give politicians a reason to engage constructively and workers a reason to lean in rather than fear what’s coming.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
Nevertheless, the claustrophobic framing shrinks an epic voyage into small-screen content made solely for a bored child to hold right up to their nose.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 9, 2026
But Diderot’s peculiar chapter also serves as a warning: with its dream framing, its monsters and its allegories, its linguistic slipperiness, it conveys a sense of difficulty.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
Since then he’s collaborated with producers Blake Mills and Raphael Saadiq on albums that brought varied framings to his polished croon.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2024
But the savings aren’t quite as dramatic as some framings of his endeavor have made it seem.
From Slate ● Jan. 28, 2023
And just by mentioning them or using these framings, you're sort of reinforcing those gender norms.
From Scientific American ● Nov. 17, 2022
This time, Kiarostami’s careful framings and lush use of light immediately dispel any notion that he is a minimalist.
From New York Times ● Aug. 6, 2020
This type of joint is used for strengthening framings and shelf brackets; an example of the latter is shown at Fig.
From Woodwork Joints How they are Set Out, How Made and Where Used. by Fairham, William
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