COUNTERPROPOSAL Synonyms: 33 Similar Words

counterproposal

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Definition of counterproposal

as in proposal

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Recent Examples of counterproposal Iran rejected a cease-fire draft on Monday and submitted its own counterproposal. — Tiago Ventura, Time, 7 Apr. 2026 Its counterproposal demanded an end to attacks in Iran, an end to Israeli attacks in Lebanon and all sanctions to be lifted. — Cate Martel, The Hill, 7 Apr. 2026 Saratoga, Cupertino and Los Altos Hills introduced a counterproposal to the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office’s newest contract offer on March 23. — Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026 Tehran dismissed the 15-point US proposal to pause the war and issued its own counterproposal. — Chloé Farand, semafor.com, 26 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for counterproposal

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Noun

In this case, there was no formal RFP, or request for proposal, process.

— Brian Maass, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
Opponents warn of significant environmental impacts Environmental groups quickly criticized the proposal, citing concerns about the potential impacts on forests, wildlife and water resources.

— Dan Peck, ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of proposal

Noun

The Senate Judiciary antitrust subcommittee held a hearing in February on Netflix’s plans to merge with WBD, with co-CEO Ted Sarandos appearing before lawmakers, weeks before the streamer dropped its bid amid Paramount’s counteroffer.

— Ted Johnson, Deadline, 12 Aug. 2026
That kind of commitment is built through everyday conversations, meaningful coaching, and consistent investment in people’s development, not during an exit interview or a last-minute counteroffer.

— Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of counteroffer

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Steur learning from Guimaraes, watching the Brazil international in training and eventually emulating him seemed like an ideal proposition.

— Chris Waugh, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026
That makes a permanent move to California a more complicated proposition, particularly during the school year.

— Luisa Yanez, Miami Herald, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of proposition

Noun

Tech giants like OpenAI, Google and Anthropic offer schools training sessions in how to use their AI tools.

— ABC News, ABC News, 21 Aug. 2026
Check the offer page to see which hotels are offering the discount—you’ll be happy to see fan favorites like Disney’s Grand Floridian and Disney’s Wilderness Lodge on the list!

— Hannah Chubb, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026

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