1
as in gives
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 suggests
to set before the mind for consideration
offered the idea of a vacation at a beach resort in the Caribbean
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as in presents
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 sacrifices
to give up as an offering to a god
when fruits, flowers, or crops are offered, the offering is known as a bloodless sacrifice
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as in tries
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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as in proposals
something which is presented for consideration
a job offer that I couldn't refuse
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Recent Examples of offers
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
Cheese offers calcium for bone health.
—Ashia Aubourg, Outside, 19 Feb. 2026
The National Domestic Violence Hotline offers free, confidential support 24/7.
—Suryatapa Chakraborty, Dallas Morning News, 19 Feb. 2026
Shaped like your favorite travel pillow, only larger, Buffy’s Cloud side-sleeper pillow offers ample support to aching necks and shoulders.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 19 Feb. 2026
The hotel offers yoga classes in the Open Space studio, which are also available to locals, and wild yoga on the beach during the warmer months.
—Felicity Capon, TheWeek, 19 Feb. 2026
Also offers Mexican martinis, including an $8 house version on weekends.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 19 Feb. 2026
Strength of schedule offers some relief.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Novo Nordisk, for example, already offers Ozempic available at significant discounts through its own website.
—Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, Arkansas Online, 6 Feb. 2026
Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
But by the time The Hogan Family wrapped its six-season run, Bateman was 22, and the offers were no longer flooding in.
—Lacey Rose, HollywoodReporter, 18 Feb. 2026
See how low your current mortgage rate offers are here now.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Casting is underway, and offers have been made to actors for two of the key roles.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 18 Feb. 2026
By leveraging content, bundling offers and limited-time drops, brands have been able to sell massive volumes in record time.
—Sarah Jones, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
Without waiting for a boycott, other dairy companies called with offers, too.
—Johanna Neuman, Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026
After a year characterized by mass layoffs, the federal government once again shed jobs, cutting 34,000 in January as some workers who accepted deferred resignation offers last year came off payrolls.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 12 Feb. 2026
High school prospects who previously would have merited Football Championship Subdivision scholarship offers now are only getting Division II offers, and those who before the portal were worthy of Division II offers are getting shut out.
—Ken Sugiura, AJC.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Verb
The restaurant also offers a strong selection of sakes that pair well with the menu.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
Cheese offers calcium for bone health.
—Ashia Aubourg, Outside, 19 Feb. 2026
The National Domestic Violence Hotline offers free, confidential support 24/7.
—Suryatapa Chakraborty, Dallas Morning News, 19 Feb. 2026
Shaped like your favorite travel pillow, only larger, Buffy’s Cloud side-sleeper pillow offers ample support to aching necks and shoulders.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 19 Feb. 2026
The hotel offers yoga classes in the Open Space studio, which are also available to locals, and wild yoga on the beach during the warmer months.
—Felicity Capon, TheWeek, 19 Feb. 2026
Also offers Mexican martinis, including an $8 house version on weekends.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 19 Feb. 2026
Strength of schedule offers some relief.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Novo Nordisk, for example, already offers Ozempic available at significant discounts through its own website.
—Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, Arkansas Online, 6 Feb. 2026
Noun
Brown transfer Nana Owusu-Anane had offers from all four power conferences, most notably Kansas.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
But by the time The Hogan Family wrapped its six-season run, Bateman was 22, and the offers were no longer flooding in.
—Lacey Rose, HollywoodReporter, 18 Feb. 2026
See how low your current mortgage rate offers are here now.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Casting is underway, and offers have been made to actors for two of the key roles.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 18 Feb. 2026
By leveraging content, bundling offers and limited-time drops, brands have been able to sell massive volumes in record time.
—Sarah Jones, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
Without waiting for a boycott, other dairy companies called with offers, too.
—Johanna Neuman, Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026
After a year characterized by mass layoffs, the federal government once again shed jobs, cutting 34,000 in January as some workers who accepted deferred resignation offers last year came off payrolls.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 12 Feb. 2026
High school prospects who previously would have merited Football Championship Subdivision scholarship offers now are only getting Division II offers, and those who before the portal were worthy of Division II offers are getting shut out.
—Ken Sugiura, AJC.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for offers
Verb
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The bill also gives the legal right to anyone who is harmed by such material to seek a remedy and bring an action against the entity that distributed the material.—
Mohamed Suliman,
Boston Herald,
16 Feb. 2026
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Health Benefits of Turmeric Latte The primary compound in turmeric, curcumin, gives turmeric lattes their bright yellow color.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
16 Feb. 2026
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Yet data from many large banks suggests lower-income consumers are still raising their spending, even if by not as much.—
Christopher Rugaber,
Fortune,
20 Feb. 2026
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At its core, though, authenticity suggests experiences that feel genuine rather than manufactured—places where daily life unfolds naturally, traditions aren’t staged for visitors, and commercial gloss hasn’t dulled a destination’s character.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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However, the World Cup presents an additional challenge the Super Bowl didn’t quite match in scale.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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But virality presents its own crossroads.—
Amy Francombe,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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If not, the team sacrifices a timeout.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
31 Jan. 2026
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At 51 years old, my mom no longer sacrifices comfort for trends.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
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Mizzou shot 38% in the opening half and hit six 3-pointers in 13 tries.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
19 Feb. 2026
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Santa Margarita was 22 for 57 from the floor and 8 for 20 on 3-point tries.—
Steve Fryer,
Oc Register,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Democrats say Republicans' proposals to reform immigration enforcement tactics are insufficient.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
16 Feb. 2026
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But countries including France, Germany, and Italy yesterday backed proposals that would allow select nations to sign up for particular initiatives.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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If an organization proposes a costly event, suggest a pilot version with clear roles before committing funds.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
20 Feb. 2026
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Takaichi proposes a two-year sales tax cut on food products to ease household living costs.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Unlike most hydroelectric plants, it is not located at the base of the dam, but carries water down about 1,000 feet in elevation to generate more water pressure and electricity.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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While smoking is widely understood to pose health risks, the habit also carries steep financial consequences.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
14 Feb. 2026
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“Offers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/offers. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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