1
as in to suggest
to set before the mind for consideration
he proposed that we go for a walk this afternoon
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2
as in to plan
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
we propose to buy a new house within the next year
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Recent Examples of propose
Meiner is now proposing that Miami Beach terminate its lease to O Cinema and withhold the remainder of its nearly $80,000 grant money to the theater.
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Mandalit Del Barco, NPR, 15 Mar. 2025
Trump initially proposed Egypt and Jordan as destinations, but both countries have strongly rejected the idea.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
President Trump and his emissaries proposed a 30-day ceasefire in the fighting from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 15 Mar. 2025
The stay would allow the Pac-12 and Mountain West to engage in mediation, which is a non-binding dispute resolution process where a mediator hears arguments and proposes a solution.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 15 Mar. 2025
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Mandalit Del Barco, NPR, 15 Mar. 2025
Trump initially proposed Egypt and Jordan as destinations, but both countries have strongly rejected the idea.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
President Trump and his emissaries proposed a 30-day ceasefire in the fighting from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 15 Mar. 2025
The stay would allow the Pac-12 and Mountain West to engage in mediation, which is a non-binding dispute resolution process where a mediator hears arguments and proposes a solution.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for propose
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Von Massow suggests a number of explanations for that.—
Scott Horsley,
NPR,
18 Mar. 2025
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Some experts even suggest putting a gate on your child's door and locking it, but other experts advise against it due to fire safety considerations.—
Laura Broadwell,
Parents,
18 Mar. 2025
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The former Steelers quarterback spent Thursday visiting with the Cleveland Browns and also plans to visit with the New York Giants on Friday.—
Mike DeFabo,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
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Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona also plans to vote against the continuing resolution.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
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Even 6 inches of moving water can pose a serious risk of knocking you off your feet.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacramento Bee,
15 Mar. 2025
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However, the rising demand for financial aid and the decline in international applications pose significant challenges.—
Scott White,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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Cameras are intended to be used by homeowners to keep their houses safe.—
Sophie Clark,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
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There is also a yoke instead of a steering wheel, part of the car’s steer-by-wire system, which is intended to improve maneuverability by varying the car’s steering response at different speeds.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
12 Mar. 2025
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This would necessitate integrating French alongside English in our federal operations—a significant governance shift few have seriously contemplated.—
Steve Forbes,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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State officials in Texas and elsewhere are contemplating their own legislation on the issue.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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The Bengals are also hoping to reach an extension with Trey Hendrickson despite the All-Pro edge rusher receiving permission to seek a trade.—
Joe Reedy,
Baltimore Sun,
17 Mar. 2025
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OpenAI hopes to raise hundreds of billions of dollars to construct computer chip factories in the Middle East.—
Cade Metz,
New York Times,
17 Mar. 2025
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Avery Lotz 2 hours ago - Politics & Policy Supreme Court will hear challenge to Colorado conversion therapy ban The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to hear a challenge to Colorado's law banning conversion therapy aimed at young people.—
Ina Fried,
Axios,
10 Mar. 2025
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Our initiatives include counseling services, tailored programs to support disadvantaged students and prevent academic setbacks, career exploration opportunities and other efforts aimed at enhancing student motivation and overall learning outcomes.—
Jack Chen,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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When Gordon tried to go on the outside, Quansah was able to block his cross.—
Andy Jones,
The Athletic,
13 Mar. 2025
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On Monday, July 8, 2024, a federal appeals panel ruled to keep a 21-month prison sentence in place for the former Tennessee state senator who tried to withdraw his guilty plea on campaign finance law violations.—
Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2025
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“Propose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propose. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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