as in proposal
something which is presented for consideration
a generous proffer of his baronial estate for the charity gala
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as in to offer
to put before another for acceptance or consideration
proffered his assistance in helping the two sides reach a compromise
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as in to suggest
to set before the mind for consideration
proffered a novel solution for getting themselves out of debt
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Recent Examples of proffer
Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2025
Sources close to the investigation, speaking on the condition of anonymity, say the prosecution team had completed a proffer deal with Resorts World just before the election and was awaiting a sign-off from upper management in the Department of Justice’s Money Laundering and Asset Recovery Section.
—David Amsden, Rolling Stone, 29 Aug. 2025
Literary Hub, 28 Jan. 2026
Saunders proffers no evidence that Boone, say, wrestled with the responsibilities of leadership, or was charming or generous, or cared to do anything with other people but dominate them.
—Julius Taranto, The Atlantic, 27 Jan. 2026
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Noun
In a proffer, a defendant provides information to prosecutors in exchange for a plea deal or leniency.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2025
Sources close to the investigation, speaking on the condition of anonymity, say the prosecution team had completed a proffer deal with Resorts World just before the election and was awaiting a sign-off from upper management in the Department of Justice’s Money Laundering and Asset Recovery Section.
—David Amsden, Rolling Stone, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
The men were almost overwhelmed by Islanders proffering bare hands in welcome, apparently jumping for joy.
—Literary Hub, 28 Jan. 2026
Saunders proffers no evidence that Boone, say, wrestled with the responsibilities of leadership, or was charming or generous, or cared to do anything with other people but dominate them.
—Julius Taranto, The Atlantic, 27 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proffer
Noun
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Local opposition grows Organizers say opposition to the detention center has grown across Walton County, with residents urging state and federal leaders to reconsider the proposal.—
CBS News Atlanta Staff,
CBS News,
9 Mar. 2026
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One Cold War era proposal known as Project Honey Badger envisioned inserting about 2,400 special operations troops into Iran using more than 100 aircraft.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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But experts say previous federal document disclosures related to UAPs can offer clues to what’s in store for the next release.—
Danya Gainor,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
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Trump, meanwhile, has struck a decidedly defiant tone — offering few of the reassurances or rationalizations that past presidents have offered in the initial stages of war, and sounding more unbothered than embattled.—
Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Don’t be afraid to suggest budget caps for group plans, because everyone relaxes when guidelines are simple and visible.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
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Analysts noted similar activity occurred before last year’s Operation Midnight Hammer strikes, suggesting a pattern of fortifying critical facilities in anticipation of attacks.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Mar. 2026
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Shvo has previously swatted away suggestions that his relationship with BVK was strained or that the pension fund was looking to replace him.—
Kim Velsey,
Curbed,
9 Mar. 2026
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What rubs us the wrong way is the suggestion that this proposal is purely about sustainability.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Noting some confusion over the like-for-like numbers this year, given recent changes to the business structure, the analysts said that weapon and ammunition growth will remain elevated, and there is scope for its naval business to be resilient, too.—
Elsa Ohlen,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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The dozens of demonstrators who signed up to give their public comment had to wait outside.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Some states are proposing new civil rights agencies to investigate school discrimination and protect vulnerable students.—
Collin Binkley,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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The utility will submit an application to the PUC in June to propose a way forward, whether that’s finishing repairs on Comanche 3 or investing in other resources.—
Judith Kohler,
Denver Post,
10 Mar. 2026
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Flights must regularly avoid regions deemed unsafe for civilian aircraft, from conflict zones to areas where other military activity poses risks.—
Zach Levitt,
New York Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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Damaged or defunct spacecraft also pose a growing problem.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Proffer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proffer. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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