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
  • Volunteers and staff with the nonprofit foundation removed alligatorweed from the shoals manually but are working on grant proposals to remove more.
    John Marks, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026
  • According to records previously obtained by the Herald/Times, the grant proposals Save Our Society From Drugs and Drug Free America submitted to the Hope Florida Foundation did not detail how the groups planned to spend the money.
    Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
Verb
  • Geared toward longer stays and keeping road warriors happy, the hotel offers a grab-and-go pantry, an evening happy hour with wine, beer, and light bites, and a buffet breakfast.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 July 2026
  • Xandria offers a healthy reminder—especially for anyone hanging onto jeans that no longer fit.
    Alesandra Dubin, Glamour, 31 July 2026
Verb
  • The emergence of additional Chinese prototypes suggests that competition between the world’s two largest military powers is extending beyond current fifth-generation aircraft into the race for future air dominance.
    Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026
  • That expectation accurately reflects concerns that various justices have expressed about these laws, and their decision to finally take up the issue suggests those doubts run deep.
    Letters to the Editor, Washington Post, 2 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • In the Public Employment Relations Board filing, SEIU Local 1000 shared its desire to make suggestions on AI and technology that could affect employment matters, such as pay, productivity expectations, schedules and working conditions.
    Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026
  • Here are five suggestions for attracting and retaining talent for your small business.
    Rob Falzon, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Verb
  • Adding something as simple as a hedge near a river slows down water and gives it time to seep deep into the ground.
    ABC News, ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Speaking of which, the trunk gives you an adequate storage space of 37 cubic feet (1,050 liters) as well.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The agent proposes; the human reviews, edits, approves, or rejects; and the system brings reasoning and evidence with the recommendation.
    William Jones, USA Today, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Charli proposes a spree encompassing a handbag, shoes, jewelry and eventually a Jaeger-LeCoultre.
    Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 31 July 2026
Verb
  • The heat now poses an additional danger to residents still shaken by the quake, many of whom are sleeping in their cars after their homes were damaged or destroyed.
    Yumi Asada, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Toppling Huizenga in Michigan’s 4th Congressional District poses a unique challenge for McCann.
    Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 4 Aug. 2026

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“Proffers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proffers. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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