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as in to suggest
to set before the mind for consideration
he proposed that we go for a walk this afternoon
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as in to plan
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
we propose to buy a new house within the next year
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Recent Examples of propose
As proposed in Project 2025, the FCC is examining NPR’s approach to underwriting.
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Josh Shepperd, The Conversation, 2 May 2025
Ars Video There are also significant changes proposed in NASA's biggest-ticket exploration programs.
—ArsTechnica, 2 May 2025
These researchers have actually been looking May 2, 2025
Sen. Patty Murray (D-Wash.) said the cuts could ultimately be more extreme than what the administration has proposed, noting that the budget doesn’t provide funding levels for programs such as Head Start.
—Lisa Mascaro and Josh Boak, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2025
The varying interpretations come when the school board proposes a split through a resolution that heads to the commissioners court.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 May 2025
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Josh Shepperd, The Conversation, 2 May 2025
Ars Video There are also significant changes proposed in NASA's biggest-ticket exploration programs.
—ArsTechnica, 2 May 2025
These researchers have actually been looking May 2, 2025
Sen. Patty Murray (D-Wash.) said the cuts could ultimately be more extreme than what the administration has proposed, noting that the budget doesn’t provide funding levels for programs such as Head Start.
—Lisa Mascaro and Josh Boak, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2025
The varying interpretations come when the school board proposes a split through a resolution that heads to the commissioners court.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for propose
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Others have offered further increases, suggesting no cap be placed on this figure.—
Harrison Richlin,
IndieWire,
4 May 2025
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However, more detailed breakdowns suggest costs for family travel can range from $1,500 to over $10,000 depending on factors like destination, duration and travel style.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The community was planning to shoot a video on May 2 to invite the crew.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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The organization plans to back GLP-1s like Wegovy and Zepbound to treat obesity in adults as part of a shift in addressing the global obesity epidemic, as reported by Reuters.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
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Trump first posed the idea of overhauling FEMA while visiting North Carolina in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene in January.—
Simmone Shah,
Time,
2 May 2025
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John Ratcliffe, the CIA director, has pledged to make the threat posed by China a top priority and vowed to expand the agency’s focus on Beijing.—
Nectar Gan,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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The information provided here is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.—
Scott Paddock,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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How is this playing out in 2025? California leaders say that their sanctuary policies are intended to ensure undocumented immigrants can live in their communities without fear of deportation.—
Soumya Karlamangla,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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And to contemplate if the Leafs will get enough offense from down the lineup, given how well the Panthers shut down the Lightning in their first-round series.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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While looking for Rust and Lucas, Wood contemplates the fate of his own son, who is afflicted by a potentially fatal disease.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Apr. 2025
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The Packers needed defensive end help and hope the 6-foot-3, 256-pound Sorrell can provide some.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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Scientists hope that in the future the instrument will help predict powerful and potentially damaging solar storms.—
Alana Wise,
NPR,
3 May 2025
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After several years of blockbuster growth in the remodeling and design business, the White House’s erratic rollout of tariffs aimed at reshaping global trade is already taking a toll.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
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The following table of net yields aims to deliver rough justice to the situation.—
William Baldwin,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Here's what to know about trying to get one in a pinch.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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The official said the officer tried to walk her home, but ultimately drove her home.—
Sharif Paget,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Propose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propose. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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