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
Harlan Vaughn, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025
Archaeologists in Israel just unearthed the oldest winepress ever discovered at an early Canaanite settlement, offering direct proof that winemaking was fundamental to the birth of the first cities.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2025
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 8 Nov. 2025
But, for most people, what Neon offers isn't nearly worth $20 per month, especially given the state of its AI services.
—PC Magazine, 28 Oct. 2025
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Verb
Other cards offer similar benefits at a much lower price — in some cases without an annual fee at all.
—Harlan Vaughn, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025
Archaeologists in Israel just unearthed the oldest winepress ever discovered at an early Canaanite settlement, offering direct proof that winemaking was fundamental to the birth of the first cities.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2025
Noun
Legitimate firms never cold-contact people about investment offers.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 8 Nov. 2025
But, for most people, what Neon offers isn't nearly worth $20 per month, especially given the state of its AI services.
—PC Magazine, 28 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for offer
Verb
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Most analysts who spoke with said that the Senate will be a tougher feat for Democrats than the House, although there is still a lot up in the air, given ongoing and potentially upcoming redistricting plans and rules.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Soeren Stache | Picture Alliance | Getty Images Microsoft is giving employees a way to raise concerns about the uses of its technology after controversy emerged over the company's work in the Middle East.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Some even suggested delicious baking uses for the new treats.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
8 Nov. 2025
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Just a day before the auction, internet sleuth Perezcope, published an instagram post suggesting the hard enamel had been recessed, while pointing out discrepancies in the numerals and so on.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Researchers present the AeroMap framework to rapidly generate aerodynamic performance maps for evaluating both on- and off-design aerodynamic characteristics of wing-body configurations.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Nov. 2025
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An active member of the local National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) chapter and well-known for cooking and selling food to raise funds for her church, the boycott presented Gilmore with the opportunity to amplify her talents.—
Time,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The platform, best described as part creative incubator and part distribution hub, is designed for the mobile attention economy without sacrificing substance or style.—
Partner Content,
Variety,
10 Nov. 2025
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Sami’s case shows how quickly our government officials are willing to sacrifice our First Amendment and free press when a journalist uses his platform to dare put America first before Israel.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The Heat survived a buzzer-beating 3-point attempt from Kawhi Leonard on Monday night to beat the LA Clippers 120-119.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Which is perhaps why Cuomo’s attempts to hit back at Mamdani’s messaging on housing and affordability fell so flat.—
Clio Chang,
Curbed,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The proposal, made on social media, lacks specific details on timing or distribution.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
11 Nov. 2025
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The proposal comes as the median age of the typical homebuyer in America has increased dramatically over the years.—
Michael Nied,
PEOPLE,
11 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Running Fence was first proposed in 1972 but took four years to fully realize.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
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The Federal Aviation Administration has proposed reducing flights by 10% at 40 airports if a government shutdown deal is not reached.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The powerful currents of flash floods can carry drivers off the road.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Nov. 2025
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Ekitike could cause City problems with his ability to stretch the play and ball-carrying qualities.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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“Offer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/offer. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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