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
Martin Ritchey testified in favor of HB 3022 when it was proposed in 2019.
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Bayliss Wagner, Austin American Statesman, 25 July 2025
Fans watched the couple go from puppy love to the real deal when Cory proposed during the show’s May 1998 season 5 finale.
—Angela Andaloro, People.com, 25 July 2025
In addition to full business expensing, expect some state lawmakers to propose emulating OBBBA’s $25,000 tax deduction for tips and overtime pay by providing a similar state deduction.
—Patrick Gleason, Denver Post, 25 July 2025
The company met in person with Office of the President and Vice President and the Controller’s Office to propose a full transfer of the factory.
—Arlyssa D. Becenti, AZCentral.com, 25 July 2025
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Bayliss Wagner, Austin American Statesman, 25 July 2025
Fans watched the couple go from puppy love to the real deal when Cory proposed during the show’s May 1998 season 5 finale.
—Angela Andaloro, People.com, 25 July 2025
In addition to full business expensing, expect some state lawmakers to propose emulating OBBBA’s $25,000 tax deduction for tips and overtime pay by providing a similar state deduction.
—Patrick Gleason, Denver Post, 25 July 2025
The company met in person with Office of the President and Vice President and the Controller’s Office to propose a full transfer of the factory.
—Arlyssa D. Becenti, AZCentral.com, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for propose
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On the other hand, vague explanations or rigid policies may suggest pay inequities, poor planning, or a top-down management structure.—
Kate Wieczorek,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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While Samsung has reportedly been working to get the latest version of its HBM chips certified by Nvidia, a report from a local outlet suggests these plans have been pushed back to at least September.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
28 July 2025
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At a July 23 capital improvements committee meeting, questions were raised about why a report from the county's facilities planning steering committee recommended projects tied to maintenance and repairs at senior facilities be put on hold or not recommended at all for the 2026 budget.—
Vanessa Swales,
jsonline.com,
25 July 2025
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The school plans to kick off the upcoming high school football season with the new seating, which replaced crumbling concrete bleachers that were estimated at roughly 50 years old.—
Katie Nixon,
The Tennessean,
25 July 2025
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In one of the images, the former NBA star’s daughter, Elisa, 30, posed next to him in a black dress.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
25 July 2025
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Nine days after the meeting in Lisbon between Rashford representatives and Barcelona, the player was posing with an Aston Villa shirt after agreeing a six-month loan to the Premier League club.—
Pol Ballus,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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According to Renaissance Capital, cornerstone investors intend to purchase 20% of the shares in the offering.—
Beck Andrew Salgado,
Austin American Statesman,
23 July 2025
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In other words, a buyer who never intends to close escrow, but intends to assign the purchase contract in escrow to another buyer for a higher price.—
Christopher A. Combs,
AZCentral.com,
22 July 2025
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Based on historical probabilities, traders may contemplate taking a position prior to the earnings announcement.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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Don't forget outlier contests and Harris' possible return in California One feature of the 2026 gubernatorial races could be the return of Kamala Harris to the national stage, as the former vice president continues to contemplate a run for California governor.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
27 July 2025
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Sources close to Paramount told THR the studio remains in negotiations and hopes to have the show back on Paramount+ soon.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
14 July 2025
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Vashti Trujillo was hoping to get a master's degree.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
14 July 2025
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Israel and Hamas are engaged in indirect talks in Doha aimed at reaching a 60-day truce and hostage deal, although there has been no sign of breakthrough.—
Nidal al-Mughrabi,
USA Today,
20 July 2025
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According to the outlet, the 43-year-old’s style choice was aimed at showing sartorial diplomacy.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
19 July 2025
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Geisler recommends giving people the opportunity to try things themselves, to find solutions, to grow on their own.—
jsonline.com,
jsonline.com,
23 July 2025
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How to try 'Stranger Things' cookies early The brand launched a cookie presale on July 21 for early access.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
23 July 2025
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“Propose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propose. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.
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