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Recent Examples of counterproposal
Missouri's counterproposal would authorize bonds for up to 50% of the cost of stadium projects while also providing up to $50 million of tax credits to go with unspecified support from local governments.
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Arkansas Online, 6 June 2025
Egypt hosts an Arab summit on Feb. 27 and is working with other countries on a counterproposal that would allow for Gaza’s rebuilding without removing its population.
—Natalie Melzer, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2025
With the stakes rising and Tehran preparing a counterproposal after rejecting a U.S. offer, the outcome of the negotiations may determine whether the region steps back from the brink.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 June 2025
Finally, the art of the deal requires counterproposals and a willingness to take a stand.
—Harvey Young, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025
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Arkansas Online, 6 June 2025
Egypt hosts an Arab summit on Feb. 27 and is working with other countries on a counterproposal that would allow for Gaza’s rebuilding without removing its population.
—Natalie Melzer, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2025
With the stakes rising and Tehran preparing a counterproposal after rejecting a U.S. offer, the outcome of the negotiations may determine whether the region steps back from the brink.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 June 2025
Finally, the art of the deal requires counterproposals and a willingness to take a stand.
—Harvey Young, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for counterproposal
Noun
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As concerns about crime rise in the wake of the viral street fight, Cincinnati City Council will hear on Aug. 5 the administration's proposal for how to strengthen the city's curfew.—
Scott Wartman,
The Enquirer,
5 Aug. 2025
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The Desert View proposal is undergoing environmental review, and the decision to approve or deny it will be made at a public hearing that has not yet been scheduled.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Retention starts with a conversation, not a counteroffer.—
Aditii Handa,
Forbes.com,
17 July 2025
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The counteroffer also expressed that the county wants to have the ability to use Paycor Stadium facilities.—
Erin Glynn,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
Noun
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This collapses the wall between media and creative, forcing holding companies to rethink their value proposition.—
Jason Snyder,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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By the afternoon of Aug. 6, the proposition was passing, with 66% of residents voting in favor of becoming a town.—
Maritza Dominguez,
AZCentral.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The offer caught the eye of one group that seemed to be particularly pleased by the government’s exciting career opportunity.—
Ali Breland,
The Atlantic,
5 Aug. 2025
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Look for discounts: Senior plans and student offers can reduce your monthly bill.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Counterproposal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/counterproposal. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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