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
Philip Elliott, Time, 18 Mar. 2026
But under questioning from Cruz, Vladeck conceded that approving a nondisclosure order without any factual proffer would be inconsistent with a judge’s oath, if that hypothetical were true.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 8 Jan. 2026
Literary Hub, 27 May 2026
Of course there are some things, such as the most advanced Nvidia AI chips, that China wants and only the US can proffer.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 14 May 2026
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Noun
The latest White House proffer came signed by the administration’s border czar and legislative director—powerful men but still not the President.
—Philip Elliott, Time, 18 Mar. 2026
But under questioning from Cruz, Vladeck conceded that approving a nondisclosure order without any factual proffer would be inconsistent with a judge’s oath, if that hypothetical were true.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 8 Jan. 2026
Verb
Gentile also proffered detailed advice on how to treat a patient suffering from the Black Death.
—Literary Hub, 27 May 2026
Of course there are some things, such as the most advanced Nvidia AI chips, that China wants and only the US can proffer.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 14 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proffer
Noun
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The proposal, which will be heard at Monday's city council meeting, is estimated by the city to cost between $15,000 and $25,000, primarily because of the cost of materials needed to suspend it at the new location.—
Michael Abeyta,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
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The county exempted the proposal from CEQA, which requires projects to undergo an extensive state environmental review before breaking ground.—
Katie King,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
Verb
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Amid mounting outcry, Bass offered a public tribute to the dog.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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Migis Lodge on Sebago Lake South Casco, Maine With 35 lakefront cottages and a lodge offering multiple styles of rooms, the all-inclusive Migis Lodge on Maine's Sebago Lake is a great choice for large families.—
Chelsea Adams,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
Verb
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Yes, recent research suggests birding may boost both brain health and mental wellbeing.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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Research also suggests that if the hobby involves art, spending two or more hours per week on it provides the strongest well-being benefits.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
17 June 2026
Noun
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Have a suggestion for a future story?—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
22 June 2026
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Any suggestion that unpaid crew is a consequence of APX’s conduct is wrong and misleading.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
22 June 2026
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Seoul — North Korea on Tuesday commissioned its largest-ever warship, a 5,000-ton destroyer that military analysts say could give Pyongyang’s adversaries something more to think about in a time of crisis.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
24 June 2026
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Dewey Burdock also joined the Fast-41 permitting program last year, giving it access to an accelerated federal review process reserved for priority infrastructure and critical mineral projects.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
24 June 2026
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The commission proposed going beyond that to raise it in line with life expectancy starting in 2031.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 June 2026
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Some lawmakers have proposed limiting trading when government officials have insider information about an event, such as internal polling or fundraising data that members of the public do not have access to.—
Matt Motta,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
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Firefighters have also been unable to do much fighting from the roof because of solar panels that pose a risk to the integrity of the building.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
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The couple posed for photos alongside Kittle, 32, and Olsen, 41, at a party ahead of the 2026 Tight End University season in Nashville.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
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“Proffer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proffer. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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