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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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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
The City of San Francisco has proposed a $35 million renovation of Embarcadero Plaza that does not include the park’s Vaillancourt Fountain, a 710-ton Brutalist concrete structure completed in 1971 by Canadian artist Armand Vaillancourt.
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News Desk, Artforum, 16 Oct. 2025
Vice Mayor Rhonda Anderson, who proposed the banner design ideas a few weeks ago, expressed optimism that now was the right time to host the interfaith ceremony.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2025
Andrews threw her support behind some of the projects despite opposition from neighbors and also proposed exceptions that allowed luxury apartment developments to sidestep affordable housing requirements.
—Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 15 Oct. 2025
In the special-event zone, a similar calculation led the city to propose $15,000 per valet spot, Erikat said.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Oct. 2025
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News Desk, Artforum, 16 Oct. 2025
Vice Mayor Rhonda Anderson, who proposed the banner design ideas a few weeks ago, expressed optimism that now was the right time to host the interfaith ceremony.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2025
Andrews threw her support behind some of the projects despite opposition from neighbors and also proposed exceptions that allowed luxury apartment developments to sidestep affordable housing requirements.
—Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 15 Oct. 2025
In the special-event zone, a similar calculation led the city to propose $15,000 per valet spot, Erikat said.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for propose
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Floyd suggests making a day of it.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Oct. 2025
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As Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports pointed out, Belichick was busy hitting the recruiting trail during North Carolina's bye week, suggesting the head coach is still looking for talent to help the Tar Heels beyond this season.—
Jordan Sigler,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Oct. 2025
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The researchers plan to address the light sensitivity issue by modifying how the vitamin interacts with the electrolyte and by improving the engineering of the flow cell itself.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Oct. 2025
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Thomas Tuchel plans to speak to the Real Madrid midfielder.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Keeping track of such a large group of figures poses a massive challenge for those seeking justice.—
Danny Makki,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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That posed a challenge for DBS, which serves clients across China, Southeast Asia, and India.—
Nicholas Gordon,
Fortune,
16 Oct. 2025
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The flip side to Marner’s exit is that the Leafs have cap flexibility and intend to take a swing with it.—
Pierre LeBrun,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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The addition, intended for anyone age 10 and older, is a fish tank filter that can be attached to a tropical aquarium.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
15 Oct. 2025
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Judge Stanley Blumenfeld agreed to extend the trial date, originally contemplated for next August, to October 2026.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
9 Oct. 2025
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Before Microsoft changed its plans, Martin was contemplating a motion to delay the Village Board rezoning vote at least six months so village officials could gather more information.—
Ricardo Torres,
jsonline.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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Beane, however, had better hope his incoming defensive reinforcements make a significant push to keep 2025 on the Super Bowl track.—
Tim Graham,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Although some movies for grown-ups are having a tougher time, analysts hope studios continue to make them.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
15 Oct. 2025
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When their biggest demonic enemy (Lee Byung-hun) encourages the formation of an equally popular K-pop boy band aimed at stealing the souls of their fans, the trio has to fight harder than ever to hold the demons at bay while keeping their friendship intact.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
15 Oct. 2025
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The homes aim to overcome barriers found in traditional shelters by allowing for privacy, property, and pets.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
jsonline.com,
15 Oct. 2025
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But Delhi will continue to try to thread the needle between these concerns and its desire to forge closer regional partnerships at Pakistan’s expense.—
Happymon Jacob,
Time,
16 Oct. 2025
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Led by Zurich, played by Trevor Jackson, the group is pushed to their mental and physical limits while trying to maintain their grades, relationships, and sense of self.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
16 Oct. 2025
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“Propose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propose. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.
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