Thesaurus results for PROPOSES

proposes

verb

present tense third-person singular of propose

as in suggests

to set before the mind for consideration he proposed that we go for a walk this afternoon

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as in intends

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 proposes The human role changes from doing the work to reviewing and approving what the agent proposes to do as well as defining the thresholds at which the agent must stop and ask. — Tammy Hawes, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026 In his latest book, A Sudden Flicker of Light, Thomson proposes that cinema has in fact been a damaging cultural force. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 13 Aug. 2026 Incredibly, the City now proposes an additional $40 million in bond debt to move our 911 center to a less secure site. — Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026 The budget also proposes restoring funding for animal services to be open six days a week and the public library to increase its collection by $100,000. — Maven Navarro, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Aug. 2026 In negotiations, the Ukrainian side doesn’t present specific people to be included in exchanges but instead proposes freeing certain categories of prisoners. — Joshua Yaffa, New Yorker, 10 Aug. 2026 Developer proposes new fencing The developer also changed the project’s fencing plan after concerns were raised about the apartment complex being visible from the school playground. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 10 Aug. 2026 That trial proposes testing biomarkers from blood and urine at the outset, then comparing chronological and biological age over time. — Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 9 Aug. 2026 Wilson proposes government action to incentivize both private and public investment. — Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026

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Billy Macon suggests Hal ought to leave town now that his assault charges have been dropped.

— Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026
While most cases have been concentrated in southern and central states due the warmer weather, recent research suggests climate change is warming water in northern and midwestern states, expanding the areas where the amoeba can be found.

— Diego Mendoza, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of suggests

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Jeanie intends to litigate to prevent the sale, which could otherwise lead to her termination as governor.

— Mark Medina, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
If the pilot project is successful and money becomes available, Oceanside intends to expand the restoration to beaches as far south as the Carlsbad border.

— Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of intends

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Amazon sales data from Market Defense tracked in early July over the previous 12 months offers a snapshot of brands gaining traction among parents shopping for babies and children.

— Faye Brookman, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026
For ships that did not book a slot in advance, the Canal Authority typically offers three-to-five daily slots for auction.

— Hira Humayun, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of offers

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Buffalo Grove, which also uses joint purchasing through Lake County, plans to purchase salt from other sources to cover its need.

— Steve Zalusky, Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2026
App updates can’t erase the underlying challenges presented by rising digital competition for both rights and eyeballs, but ESPN’s platform evolution says plenty about how the company plans to win future fan attention.

— Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of plans

Verb

The early harvest also poses logistical challenges in a region where grapes are traditionally picked by hand, with some workers still on summer vacation and others facing transportation delays.

— ABC News, ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026
The problem is that electronic monitoring is not detention, and it should not be treated as an appropriate alternative when someone poses a danger to the public.

— Eileen Burke, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of poses

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For people heading into the backcountry, the Forest Service recommends using bear-resistant food containers and storing food away from campsites.

— Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
If your hair is feeling dry, hairstylist Kee Taylor recommends smoothing a lightweight oil through the midlengths and ends to improve manageability and shine.

— Marci Robin, Allure, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of recommends

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Now, nearly a decade later, a new app aims to restore the format and spirit of its predecessor.

— Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
Baghaei said the visit aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation between Iran and Pakistan and continue Pakistan’s work to promote peace and security in the region.

— ABC News, ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026

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