1
as in to give
to put before another for acceptance or consideration
I offered my boss an alternative to the original plan, which would have required me to work overtime
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2
as in to suggest
to set before the mind for consideration
offered the idea of a vacation at a beach resort in the Caribbean
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3
as in to present
to bring before the public in performance or exhibition
a summer theater offering a full schedule of musicals to the vacationing public
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as in attempt
an effort to do or accomplish something
made the usual halfhearted offer to grab the check before his dinner companion could
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2
as in proposal
something which is presented for consideration
a job offer that I couldn't refuse
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Recent Examples of offer
Matthew Schmidt, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Aug. 2025
But Samsung’s gains also reflect the company’s ability to offer a much wider range of products at different prices compared to Apple.
—Kif Leswing, CNBC, 16 Aug. 2025
Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 15 Aug. 2025
Colum scoffs at her offer, claiming that their father only humored Ellen.
—Lincee Ray Published, EW.com, 15 Aug. 2025
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Verb
During a recent piece in which ESPN writers ranked NFL teams based on their future outlooks, Walder offered an incredibly bold prediction on Nix, projecting that the former first-round pick will lose his job soon.
—Matthew Schmidt, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Aug. 2025
But Samsung’s gains also reflect the company’s ability to offer a much wider range of products at different prices compared to Apple.
—Kif Leswing, CNBC, 16 Aug. 2025
Noun
In 2023–24, only 62% of interns received full-time offers, pushing the overall conversion rate below 51%, the lowest in more than five years, according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 15 Aug. 2025
Colum scoffs at her offer, claiming that their father only humored Ellen.
—Lincee Ray Published, EW.com, 15 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for offer
Verb
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Once done, the camera panned over to Kris, who gave a sassy smile before joining her girls.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The recall was given a Class II risk warning on August 1.12 NuNaturals Inc recalled 78 bottles of its Organic Pure Stevia and 78 bottles of its Pure Monk Fruit Sweetener.—
Amber Brenza,
Health,
8 Aug. 2025
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The research also suggested that those who swap out three weekly potato servings with servings of whole grains saw an 8% lower risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, per the BBC.—
Brenton Blanchet,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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However, even if the market is currently discounting Fortinet's valuation due to slower revenue growth, the company's robust fundamentals and operational performance suggest otherwise.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Chapman is presenting this Saturday’s show, with Logan fronting Sunday evening’s Match of the Day, which will have highlights of the three Premier League matches played that day.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
16 Aug. 2025
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The results are presented on Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. $10, $20 with a post-show meet-and-greet, $30 with pre- and post-show meets-and-greets.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
16 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Yet, in the business of child care, providers are often unfairly asked to sacrifice their livelihood in service of this passion for the education and development of young children, said Taylor.—
Beki San Martin,
Freep.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Qualities like movement and versatility take the collection to the next level, without sacrificing Wilson’s signature style.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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For nearly two weeks, Texas Democrats have stymied Republicans’ attempts to redraw the state’s congressional districts in the middle of the decade by remaining out of state.—
Jade Walker,
CNN Money,
15 Aug. 2025
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By end of 2021, Russian troops returned to the border in even greater numbers, and Biden made another attempt to defuse the tensions with a presidential summit.—
Simon Shuster,
Time,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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My proposal would be having the Royals in a division with the Cardinals, Cubs and White Sox.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
18 Aug. 2025
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Democratic Commissioner Alisa Simmons, of Arlington, has posted on social media calling for residents to speak out against this proposal at the meeting.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 Aug. 2025
Verb
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As for sending actual people to explore the system, the Chrysalis multi-generational ship proposes taking less than 400 years to make the trip, transporting over 1,000 people on a city-sized craft.—
Eric Mack,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The Wisconsin Department of Transportation proposed the reconstruction project in the City of Pewaukee to re-establish the overpass of the Highway F (Redford Boulevard) bridges over I-94 as a DDI, while simultaneously addressing operational deficiencies.—
Liliana Fannin,
jsonline.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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In turn, everyone in the community carries an innate sense of stewardship.—
Chrissy Tracey,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The Igloo Latitude 52 is lightweight, easy to carry, and perfect for short-term cooling at picnics, beach days, or backyard barbecues.—
Francesca Krempa,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Offer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/offer. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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