as in proposals
something which is presented for consideration
a generous proffer of his baronial estate for the charity gala
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as in offers
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 suggests
to set before the mind for consideration
proffered a novel solution for getting themselves out of debt
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Recent Examples of proffers
Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
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
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
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
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There’s no bar service up there, but guests can bring drinks from downstairs up to the roof or organize a private dinner for proposals and other special occasions.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 May 2026
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Some proposals have called for expanding the city controller’s authority to conduct audits and oversee city programs.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
4 May 2026
Verb
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That arrangement will stay in place until the judge offers his recommendation on parent time on or before May 11.—
Senior Television,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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Nintendo’s latest console offers access to some of the most popular video game franchises, including Mario, Donkey Kong, The Legend of Zelda and Pokémon.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Home teams win Game 7 nearly 75 percent of the time, and nothing about the current trajectory suggests this will be easy.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 May 2026
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History suggests that people who do not see themselves as part of the same community are liable to do almost anything to one another.—
Glenn Adamson,
Artforum,
2 May 2026
Noun
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GitHub Copilot subscribers will still be able to use simple AI suggestions like code completion and Next Edit without consuming AI credits.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 Apr. 2026
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For years the owner, now 66, has watched tape, done his own player evaluations and sent observations and suggestions to DeCosta, mostly about players who might be available in later rounds — without exerting any actual decision-making power.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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January 20 – February 18 Pulling back slightly gives you a clearer read on everything today.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
5 May 2026
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Buxton knows the plan — a fighting retreat that saves ownership money but still gives the team the chance to regroup and compete for a division title with strong starting pitching and an aggressive, small-ball approach from a young, athletic lineup.—
John Shipley,
Twin Cities,
4 May 2026
Verb
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The governor proposes the budget and the Legislature must approve it — and also can make revisions.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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Generally, two options strongly consider socioeconomic factors and the new rankings, while a third proposes cuts more evenly across the city.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Tracy Arm, in fact, still poses a bit of a mystery despite the work done to recreate the event.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN Money,
6 May 2026
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Spanish officials maintain that the ship poses no risk to the Canary Islands.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 May 2026
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“Proffers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proffers. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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