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
Other Word Forms
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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
Paramount pushed back on the suit's allegations, framing their deal as a boone for competition in the media industry.
From Barron's ● Jul. 20, 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
In 1932 a Tory historian called Disraeli “the recreator of our party,” framing Conservatives as the defenders of a democratic politics as totalitarian movements loomed abroad.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 12, 2026
She loved framing the shot—deciding just where the picture should start and what should stay unseen.
From "George" by Alex Gino
Do you see the narrative shifting as people wake up to the reality of AI, or are we stuck with these misguided framings?
From Salon ● Jun. 22, 2026
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
And just by mentioning them or using these framings, you're sort of reinforcing those gender norms.
From Scientific American ● Nov. 17, 2022
I feel like she chooses bad framings for her disses.
From Slate ● Aug. 20, 2020
Then came a structure which was less of a fortress and more habitable, but still a stronghold, tho having ample and decorative doorways and windows, with curious sculptures and rich framings.
From Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 4 France and the Netherlands, Part 2 by Halsey, Francis W. (Francis Whiting)
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