Definition of proposalnext

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Recent Examples of proposal With approximately 18,000 active satellites now circling Earth and proposals underway for millions more, a major transformation is already occurring over our heads. — Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 29 Sep. 2026 The administration's proposal eliminates requirements for small class sizes and scraps caseload limits for family support specialists. — ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026 The Mana proposal, submitted through Fortuna Group Enterprises, does not mention any additional construction on the courthouse site. — Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 29 Sep. 2026 If elected, Powers said her priorities would include bringing in new businesses and fighting proposals that would raise taxes. — Sacbee.com, 29 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for proposal
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Noun
  • The service Service was very casual and friendly and consummately helpful—everyone was happy to show me around, share a bit of the hotel’s history, or help make a booking or a suggestion, even during the busiest hours.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Koltai remembers doubting his son Devyn’s suggestion to sell tote bags.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 5 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • The promotional offer applies to a model that previously received detailed coverage in an independent New Atlas review.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Make sure the offer actually saves you money after those conditions are included.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 29 Sep. 2026

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“Proposal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proposal. Accessed 7 Oct. 2026.

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