as in suggestion
something which is presented for consideration
the city council is accepting proposals for ways to use that land
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The proposal would include a traditional Turkish engagement ceremony, which Sarper hoped would give Shekinah a reason to remain in Turkey with him.
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Abigail Adams, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Matter Development's proposal needs Village Board approval.
—Tom Daykin, Journal Sentinel, 5 Nov. 2024
The proposal revises the existing text of Section 11 of Article 1 of the state constitution, while adding a second clause.
—The Editors, National Review, 4 Nov. 2024
Delegates faced tense negotiations and last-minute proposals to address concerns over national sovereignty and coverage of certain sectors such as pharmaceuticals.
—David Carlin, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Abigail Adams, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Matter Development's proposal needs Village Board approval.
—Tom Daykin, Journal Sentinel, 5 Nov. 2024
The proposal revises the existing text of Section 11 of Article 1 of the state constitution, while adding a second clause.
—The Editors, National Review, 4 Nov. 2024
Delegates faced tense negotiations and last-minute proposals to address concerns over national sovereignty and coverage of certain sectors such as pharmaceuticals.
—David Carlin, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Proposal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proposal. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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