framing

noun

fram·​ing ˈfrā-miŋ How to pronounce framing (audio)
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Examples of framing in a Sentence

the framing of the debate will consist of a predetermined order of turns and follow-up comments
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That framing—control versus surrender—runs through Kapur’s entire philosophy. Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026 O’Neill described using Adobe Stock images as starting points, then iterating through Firefly to create specific framings and emotional resonance. Kennedy French, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026 Legal scholars say this framing is intentional. Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 27 Jan. 2026 By intelligently optimizing pacing, framing, and cliffhangers for mobile viewing, the technology preserves the original narrative. Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 21 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for framing

Word History

First Known Use

1703, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of framing was in 1703

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“Framing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/framing. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.

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