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
Arkansas Online, 12 Oct. 2025
Advertisement The breakthrough in recent days offers a chance to reassert America's ability to shape events beyond its borders.
—Eric Cortellessa, Time, 11 Oct. 2025
This reading list offers resources for engaging with Indigenous thought, resistance, and futurity.
—JSTOR Daily, 11 Oct. 2025
The Melting Point offers beginner friendly classes for age seven and up.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 11 Oct. 2025
Yet despite the cancer's aggressiveness, its hormone-sensitive nature offers a viable treatment pathway, according to the National Cancer Institute.
—Molly Nagle, ABC News, 11 Oct. 2025
Her organization trains advisers, offers consulting services, and develops tools to help families prepare the next generations for wealth by openly discussing values and helping offspring define their own futures.
—Christina Binkley, Robb Report, 11 Oct. 2025
That’s why Travel + Leisure editors enjoy shopping at Quince, which offers a wide selection of versatile pieces.
—Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025
Check out our latest digital and print subscription offers here.
—Nashville Tennessean, 5 Oct. 2025
Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2025
Nearly 50 players from last year’s 6-7 team went into the portal, including several players who left for schools that made bigger offers, such as pass-rusher Beau Atkinson (Ohio State), linebacker Amare Campbell (Penn State) and nose tackle Travis Shaw (Texas).
—The Athletic Colleges Staff, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said criminal networks in Chicago were offered cash rewards for killing immigration agents, with the offers allegedly originating in Mexico, the Washington Examiner reported.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
The survey gathered detailed data on job offers and the alternatives workers ultimately chose, including characteristics like total compensation, where the job is based, and whether the position is remote.
—Ashley Lutz, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2025
Listeners can, of course, resist these offers.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2025
By and large, however, comments noted outrage over the elimination of federal funds, pointing to all that South Dakota Public Broadcasting offers.
—David Folkenflik, NPR, 3 Oct. 2025
The company gives homeowners cash equity offers, enabling them to purchase another place to live.
—Sasha Hupka, AZCentral.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Roughly 4,000 employees opted to take deferred resignation offers from the administration, for example, reducing the agency’s workforce by more than 20%.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
Behind the gallery is the Clay Studio at Wishing Springs, which offers beginner through advanced classes.
—Arkansas Online, 12 Oct. 2025
Advertisement The breakthrough in recent days offers a chance to reassert America's ability to shape events beyond its borders.
—Eric Cortellessa, Time, 11 Oct. 2025
This reading list offers resources for engaging with Indigenous thought, resistance, and futurity.
—JSTOR Daily, 11 Oct. 2025
The Melting Point offers beginner friendly classes for age seven and up.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 11 Oct. 2025
Yet despite the cancer's aggressiveness, its hormone-sensitive nature offers a viable treatment pathway, according to the National Cancer Institute.
—Molly Nagle, ABC News, 11 Oct. 2025
Her organization trains advisers, offers consulting services, and develops tools to help families prepare the next generations for wealth by openly discussing values and helping offspring define their own futures.
—Christina Binkley, Robb Report, 11 Oct. 2025
That’s why Travel + Leisure editors enjoy shopping at Quince, which offers a wide selection of versatile pieces.
—Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025
Check out our latest digital and print subscription offers here.
—Nashville Tennessean, 5 Oct. 2025
Noun
There are a number of credit cards that earn 2% cash back on every purchase with no annual fee, bigger welcome offers and better redemption options.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2025
Nearly 50 players from last year’s 6-7 team went into the portal, including several players who left for schools that made bigger offers, such as pass-rusher Beau Atkinson (Ohio State), linebacker Amare Campbell (Penn State) and nose tackle Travis Shaw (Texas).
—The Athletic Colleges Staff, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said criminal networks in Chicago were offered cash rewards for killing immigration agents, with the offers allegedly originating in Mexico, the Washington Examiner reported.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
The survey gathered detailed data on job offers and the alternatives workers ultimately chose, including characteristics like total compensation, where the job is based, and whether the position is remote.
—Ashley Lutz, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2025
Listeners can, of course, resist these offers.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2025
By and large, however, comments noted outrage over the elimination of federal funds, pointing to all that South Dakota Public Broadcasting offers.
—David Folkenflik, NPR, 3 Oct. 2025
The company gives homeowners cash equity offers, enabling them to purchase another place to live.
—Sasha Hupka, AZCentral.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Roughly 4,000 employees opted to take deferred resignation offers from the administration, for example, reducing the agency’s workforce by more than 20%.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for offers
Verb
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The wide-leg silhouette gives you lots of room to move with ease.—
Laura Lu,
Parents,
8 Oct. 2025
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Herro was an All-Star last year while Ball wasn’t; Herro’s injury gives the Hornets a slight edge in these rankings.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Vitamin D is known to be essential to many aspects of human health — but a new study suggests that taking a certain form of it can have a negative effect.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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That's according to a new study that suggests a link between social media use and poorer cognition in teens.—
NPR,
NPR,
13 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Even though there is risk that would come with the move, the Saints should consider it if the option presents itself.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Oct. 2025
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Flaherty has a $20 million player option for next season and could make more by opting out and accepting the qualifying offer, which presents an interesting dilemma.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Alex sacrifices herself, tackling Morsus and tossing them both into the portal.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
9 Oct. 2025
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During a final confrontation with Lord Morsus, Gomez’s character sacrifices herself by sealing herself inside a portal, dragging the villain in with her.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The episode ends with the tornado about to hit the site as the 113 tries to save someone stuck at the top of the stage.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
9 Oct. 2025
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Harper fouled off Snell’s fourth consecutive slider to bring the count to 1-2, then the lefty bounced a curveball before firing his fifth slider in six tries.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Senate on Wednesday rejected competing government funding proposals for the sixth time, deepening frustration over the ongoing shutdown impasse.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Oct. 2025
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Congressional Democrats’ budget proposals would preserve the Obamacare tax credits, which were extended to higher-income households in 2021, and undo Medicaid cuts Congress passed over the summer.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Develop a collaborative group presentation that proposes alternative language and frameworks for understanding historical illness.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
11 Oct. 2025
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The second phase proposes a new governing authority excluding Hamas, a multinational Palestinian-Arab security force, and Arab and Islamic funding for reconstruction, with limited participation from the Palestinian Authority.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Jacoby Easter led the team with 47 rushing yards, while Portley finished with three touchdowns on just three carries covering nine yards.—
Jordan Neal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Oct. 2025
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Despite the changes, one key aspect of The Pink Marine that carries into Boots is the genuine, platonic love between a gay recruit and his straight best friend.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Oct. 2025
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“Offers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/offers. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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