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as in suggests
to set before the mind for consideration
he proposed that we go for a walk this afternoon
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as in intends
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 proposes
In the same breath, the city acknowledges planning fewer historic designations but proposes doing more in poorer communities.
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U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
The legislation proposes to remove the explicit ban and redefine euthanasia as a legal, voluntary medical procedure.
—ABC News, 26 Mar. 2026
In Overland Park, Driven Development proposes a rent-to-own model, where Driven Development would set the rent and save a portion of it to later help residents with a down payment.
—Taylor O’Connor 25, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2026
The initiative proposes a one-time 5 percent tax on the net worth of California billionaires.
—Brad Hamilton, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
His plan proposes no new taxes until the state proves better use of current funds.
—Los Angeles Times, 24 Mar. 2026
Commonwealth Engineers proposes that the project be done in two phases.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
More on skin cancer risks FDA proposes allowing sunscreen ingredient already used in Europe and Asia.
—Kaitlin Sullivan, NBC news, 18 Mar. 2026
As Band Executive Council treasurer, Nicolas advocates for program-wide engagement and proposes new ideas to create welcoming, enjoyable, and memorable experiences for all members.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
The legislation proposes to remove the explicit ban and redefine euthanasia as a legal, voluntary medical procedure.
—ABC News, 26 Mar. 2026
In Overland Park, Driven Development proposes a rent-to-own model, where Driven Development would set the rent and save a portion of it to later help residents with a down payment.
—Taylor O’Connor 25, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2026
The initiative proposes a one-time 5 percent tax on the net worth of California billionaires.
—Brad Hamilton, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
His plan proposes no new taxes until the state proves better use of current funds.
—Los Angeles Times, 24 Mar. 2026
Commonwealth Engineers proposes that the project be done in two phases.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
More on skin cancer risks FDA proposes allowing sunscreen ingredient already used in Europe and Asia.
—Kaitlin Sullivan, NBC news, 18 Mar. 2026
As Band Executive Council treasurer, Nicolas advocates for program-wide engagement and proposes new ideas to create welcoming, enjoyable, and memorable experiences for all members.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proposes
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As its name suggests, this is among Montreal’s smallest boutique hotels.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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Research also suggests that state and federal gas taxes are just one component of a complex pricing scheme that includes the global price of oil and other factors, the group said.—
Matthew Daly,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Mar. 2026
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Grocery Hub is working on getting SNAP EBT card acceptance back at the location and intends to implement a customer loyalty program, Hussein said.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
31 Mar. 2026
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Five days later, On3 reported that senior forward Javan Buchanan also intends to be in the portal.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
31 Mar. 2026
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The $100 million stadium seats about 6,000 people and offers affordable tickets that start at $13.—
Nicole Comstock,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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The Baby Brush Hog offers just enough action to entice bass holding tight to the tree limbs into biting.—
Derek Horner,
Outdoor Life,
2 Apr. 2026
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The forthcoming scorecards are just one way the group plans to track the public-lands voting records of Wyoming lawmakers.—
Natalie Krebs,
Outdoor Life,
3 Apr. 2026
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If dinner plans conflict with deadlines, propose takeout and a raincheck tonight.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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Lead exposure poses particular risks to children and pregnant women.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
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Gill Pratt poses with an early version of NASA’s Valkyrie DRC robot.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
2 Apr. 2026
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Robert Pogue Harrison contemplates our ever-growing will to ignorance.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 Mar. 2026
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Their bond, forged by the exotic nature of their remote landscape, begins to change as Lily enters her teenage years and Bodhi contemplates friendship and family beyond his reptilian counterparts.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
12 Mar. 2026
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There is a possibility that Porter County Commissioners could reconsider the April 1 startup date at its Tuesday meeting, but that will depend on what Gunn recommends, Biggs said.—
Jim Woods,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends all adults do at least two days of muscle strengthening activities per week, such as weightlifting or bodyweight exercises like Pilates or yoga.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
27 Mar. 2026
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During oral arguments, several conservative justices questioned the legal foundation and practical enforcement of the policy, which aims to deny citizenship to some children born in the United States to undocumented or temporary immigrant parents.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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In a new book, author Christopher Whitcomb aims to uncover the truth of the killings and investigation.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
PEOPLE,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Proposes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proposes. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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