frame

[freym] / freɪm /

NOUN

skeleton, casing

Synonyms

STRONGEST

body cage fabric framework physique scaffolding structure

STRONG

anatomy architecture build carcass construction enclosure form fringe groundwork hem mount mounting outline scaffold scheme setting shell stage support system trim trimming truss valance

Antonyms

STRONG

center disorganization inside interior middle

VERB

build

Synonyms

STRONGEST

construct enclose erect fabricate mold

STRONG

assemble back border constitute encase fashion forge form institute invent lath make manufacture mat model mount panel produce raise shingle

WEAK

put together set up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

break demolish destroy dismantle raze ruin

VERB

compose, plan

Synonyms

STRONGEST

concoct devise draw up formulate outline prepare shape sketch

STRONG

conceive contrive design draft form hatch indite invent make vamp write

WEAK

block out cook up dream up make up map out

Example Sentences

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This is exactly the kind of situation where the informational structure collapses, the movement gets pooled into a “bad type,” and “law and order” becomes the dominant frame.

From The Wall Street Journal

Wu constructed a break of 84 as he took the fifth frame and rounded off a comprehensive victory with a run of 97.

From BBC

That when in the right frame of mind, the listener can tune in to the spiritual messages stones are sending.

From The Wall Street Journal

One of the many bedrooms follows the same modern aesthetic with its floor-to-ceiling windows, which frame a sweeping view of the Hollywood Hills.

From MarketWatch

Freddie Mac, which has fallen for six consecutive days, is down 13.4% in that time frame.

From Barron's

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