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as in suggesting
to set before the mind for consideration
he proposed that we go for a walk this afternoon
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as in planning
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 proposing
The government cited these factors when proposing a new rule to protect the butterflies under the Endangered Species Act.
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Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 23 Dec. 2024
The left has been pointing fingers at Republicans for proposing last-minute changes to a deal that was mostly favorable to both sides.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 20 Dec. 2024
Shani Coleman, Director of the Clark County Office of Community & Economic Development, says Nevada lawmakers are proposing a plan to give entertainment incentives to those who build permanent soundstage facilities.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 19 Dec. 2024
So Pryor is proposing the formation of the National Film and Television Office (NFTO).
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 19 Dec. 2024
As the coaching carousel continues to turn in the NFL, Sanders has been a name floated around with some proposing him as a good potential candidate for his former team, the Dallas Cowboys.
—Paulina Dedaj, Fox News, 17 Dec. 2024
Rockefeller Center is proposing to rip out its glowing glass signage in favor of LEDs.
—Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 17 Dec. 2024
In a similar vein, Republicans in Congress are proposing the College Cost Reduction Act which would change repayment programs and loan forgiveness programs as well.
—Robert Farrington, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Released by Dreamworks and Universal, Meet the Parents stars Ben Stiller as Greg Focker, a man aiming to impress his girlfriend's family (De Niro, Danner) before proposing to her.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 23 Dec. 2024
The left has been pointing fingers at Republicans for proposing last-minute changes to a deal that was mostly favorable to both sides.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 20 Dec. 2024
Shani Coleman, Director of the Clark County Office of Community & Economic Development, says Nevada lawmakers are proposing a plan to give entertainment incentives to those who build permanent soundstage facilities.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 19 Dec. 2024
So Pryor is proposing the formation of the National Film and Television Office (NFTO).
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 19 Dec. 2024
As the coaching carousel continues to turn in the NFL, Sanders has been a name floated around with some proposing him as a good potential candidate for his former team, the Dallas Cowboys.
—Paulina Dedaj, Fox News, 17 Dec. 2024
Rockefeller Center is proposing to rip out its glowing glass signage in favor of LEDs.
—Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 17 Dec. 2024
In a similar vein, Republicans in Congress are proposing the College Cost Reduction Act which would change repayment programs and loan forgiveness programs as well.
—Robert Farrington, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Released by Dreamworks and Universal, Meet the Parents stars Ben Stiller as Greg Focker, a man aiming to impress his girlfriend's family (De Niro, Danner) before proposing to her.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proposing
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Jake followed those rumors with a post suggesting he’d been approached with the concept.Brian Mazique, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Gardiner is expected to be faithful to the novels and has spoken in the past about her dislike of sanitizing horror, suggesting that darker themes in Potter could be embraced.Jake Kanter, Deadline, 24 Dec. 2024
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Beyoncé is set to perform at halftime of the Ravens-Texans game and NFL MVP contender Lamar Jackson is already planning on being on the field for that.Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Watch out for lottery scams People planning to play the lottery should watch out for lottery scams.Aliza Chasan, CBS News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Other photos included the bunch walking arm-in-arm through Disneyland, posing in front of a Star Wars display and wearing matching orange shades.Angel Saunders, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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Other photos included the bunch walking arm-in-arm through Disneyland, posing in front of a Star Wars display and wearing matching orange shades.Angel Saunders, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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Its name was derived from Atlanta’s Native American branding, with bosses intending to create marketing symmetry between ‘the Chiefs’ and ‘the Braves’.Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
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The label has introduced several expressions thus far, intending to make a full range of complex, rich, pure old world style wines in the zero-proof space.Jeanne O'Brien Coffey, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, 61% of medical students are contemplating careers outside clinical practice, viewing medical school as a stepping stone to other fields in healthcare.Richard Menger MD MPA, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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Scott’s giving has important guidance not only for billionaires who want to follow her example and ramp up their giving, but also for everyday donors – and investors — who may be contemplating year-end decisions.David Bowermaster, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Proposing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proposing. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.
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