proffers 1 of 2

plural of proffer

proffers

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of proffer

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of proffers
Noun
What Brooks proffers is not the philosophy these queries require but a kind of pharmacology—a pill designed to alleviate every last pang. Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
Their 50-acre estate in the center of Rutherford is home to Bordeaux varieties, including the Malbec used to make this sophisticated rosé, which proffers a nose of raspberry, clementine, and freesia. Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 19 June 2026 Planted over 10 acres, the vineyard proffers stunning views and pairs vinos with charcuterie for leisurely afternoons. Nora Heston Tarte, Mercury News, 6 Apr. 2026 The secretary of state’s office is is not the stuff of dreams, but winning it proffers statewide name recognition. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 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 Emily Griesinger of the Azusa Pacific University proffers a different point of view. JSTOR Daily, 12 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proffers
Noun
  • The legislation reflects the complexity of the crisis, combining a total of 47 proposals aimed at increasing housing supply, reducing costs and expanding access to affordable homes.
    Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
  • The measure orders the Department of Finance to develop proposals to require California’s largest corporations to help pay for employees’ Medi-Cal coverage and submit them to lawmakers by March 1, 2027.
    Naomi Taxay, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026
Verb
  • The shutdowns challenged instruction at Charlotte Ballet Academy, which offers professional career training and recreational classes for children and adults.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 9 July 2026
  • As well as a comprehensive display about the process of making leather, featuring many vintage implements, the museum offers a demonstration by an expert cutter of the immense skill required to craft a fashionable pair of leather gloves.
    James Rampton, TheWeek, 9 July 2026
Verb
  • Her handmaiden points out that a sword contradicts her message of peace and suggests instead a chain.
    Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
  • If Congress does nothing, research suggests, retirees will see a 28% cut in monthly benefits.
    Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 6 July 2026
Noun
  • Visitors offered name suggestions for Odorysseus on the Huntington’s Instagram page, where contenders included Stinkerbell, Gagatha and Count Flatula, among others.
    Emily Tarinelli, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
  • This may mean implementing interactive kiosks or digital shelf displays to then provide the right product suggestions, complementary items or simplified comparisons.
    Gadi Graus, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Verb
  • So bringing them all in just keeps them from being siloed and gives them more to work with.
    Max Gao, Variety, 11 July 2026
  • Dropping him into a hot program gives creative a real obstacle for both men, echoing how WWE has positioned other fresh SmackDown arrivals as immediate disruptors.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Verb
  • The study proposes 12 strategies to strengthen the ecosystem, including expanding funding tools, improving tax incentives, supporting distribution and promotion, and recognizing the operational costs needed to build resilient production companies.
    Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 11 July 2026
  • This project, which is under review by the city, proposes demolishing the long-defunct Kmart building and bringing residences, shops and a new Publix to the plaza.
    Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 9 July 2026
Verb
  • Founder and president of ‘Le Slip Francais’ underwear brand, Guillaume Gibault poses in the Bonne Nouvelle textile factory in Aubervilliers, surburb of Paris, on February 12, 2025.
    Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 14 July 2026
  • Wildfire season also poses considerable threat to health in affected areas.
    Hali Smith July 13, Idaho Statesman, 13 July 2026

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