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noun

Definition of proffersnext
plural of proffer
as in proposals
something which is presented for consideration a generous proffer of his baronial estate for the charity gala

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verb

present tense third-person singular of proffer
1
as in offers
to put before another for acceptance or consideration proffered his assistance in helping the two sides reach a compromise

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2
as in suggests
to set before the mind for consideration proffered a novel solution for getting themselves out of debt

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proffers
  1. proposals
  2. suggests
  3. suggestions
  4. gives
  5. proposes
  6. poses
Noun
  • So far, two federal magistrate judges in Miami rejected bail proposals for Alon and Tal Alexander and issued removal orders to New York, which are on hold for now.
    Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
  • After the governor and secretary of state approve the proposals, the commission opens up the rules for 30 days of public comment.
    Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of proposals
Verb
  • Some, Thomas suggests, may have been apotropaic—that is, intended to ward off evil.
    Peter Ross, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Jan. 2025
  • But history suggests this administration may also try to use the language of science – terms such as transparency, citizen science and uncertainty – to weaken environmental and health protections and write regulations more favorable to industry.
    Eric Nost, The Conversation, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of suggests
Noun
  • Here are some suggestions from the Plant Clinic for gardening resolutions.
    Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2025
  • See below for some other suggestions.
    Erik Kain, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of suggestions
Verb
  • Sunday gives these coaches one final chance to coax their teams toward strong performances.
    Mike Jones, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Creating digital pieces that resonate with your audience gives them a glimpse into your expertise.
    John Hall, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of gives
Verb
  • So the Recruiter proposes a modified game of Russian roulette where one of them will die within six shots.
    Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 26 Dec. 2024
  • The rule proposes listing the migrant butterfly as a threatened species.
    Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of proposes
Verb
  • But this trip poses a new set of challenges.
    La Risa R. Lynch, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
  • But this trip poses a new set of challenges.
    La Risa R. Lynch, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of poses
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