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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
By sourcing rattan directly from farmers in Central Kalimantan, Tjitrowirjo highlights its environmental benefits and proposes it as a material solution in the climate crisis.
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Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
The White House now proposes to shift away from that system and toward one that prioritizes applicants with higher wages or advanced educational credentials.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Sep. 2025
Intersectionality proposes that societal problems such as crime and illiteracy correct themselves if opportunities and environments are evened out via public policy.
—John Scott Lewinski, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2025
The tool proposes a short hold to allow passengers to make the flight, but only if a hold wouldn't cause schedule disruptions, American spokesman Dan Landson said.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 5 Sep. 2025
The agent also proposes that player power — and agent power — is another leading factor.
—Oliver Kay, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2025
Though the Gorn has asked nothing in return so far, Erica proposes a transaction.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2025
The president proposes, and Congress disposes The US Congress, however, was not pleased by this.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 3 Sep. 2025
The president's fiscal year 2026 budget request proposes a 51% cut in gross discretionary funding from HUD, including eliminating both parts of Section 8 and several other HUD programs.
—Kinsey Crowley, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2025
Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
The White House now proposes to shift away from that system and toward one that prioritizes applicants with higher wages or advanced educational credentials.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Sep. 2025
Intersectionality proposes that societal problems such as crime and illiteracy correct themselves if opportunities and environments are evened out via public policy.
—John Scott Lewinski, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2025
The tool proposes a short hold to allow passengers to make the flight, but only if a hold wouldn't cause schedule disruptions, American spokesman Dan Landson said.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 5 Sep. 2025
The agent also proposes that player power — and agent power — is another leading factor.
—Oliver Kay, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2025
Though the Gorn has asked nothing in return so far, Erica proposes a transaction.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2025
The president proposes, and Congress disposes The US Congress, however, was not pleased by this.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 3 Sep. 2025
The president's fiscal year 2026 budget request proposes a 51% cut in gross discretionary funding from HUD, including eliminating both parts of Section 8 and several other HUD programs.
—Kinsey Crowley, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proposes
Verb
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However, new research suggests inflammation could also be a major contributor to heart issues in women.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
9 Sep. 2025
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The August employment report showed a fall of fifteen thousand in the number of federal employees, which suggests that the DOGE job cuts may be starting to show up in the official figures.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
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Good Good intends to build a digital clubhouse for its followers and play a more active role in their golfing lives.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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With money tight after an unpleasant divorce, Clara intends to sell her mother’s apartment — which her late father left in her name — in a matter of weeks.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
4 Sep. 2025
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Leisure’s best new hotels of 2021, Wander the Resort offers 10 luxurious glass-and-timber cabins along the quiet northern shores of West Lake.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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Premiering at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival, BRATS offers an intimate look at the group's cultural impact in films such as The Breakfast Club (1985), Back to the Future (1985) and Pretty in Pink (1986), as well as behind-the-scenes footage and promotional clips.—
Hannah Kerns,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Following the Toronto premiere, the team plans an extensive international festival run and theatrical releases across multiple countries.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
6 Sep. 2025
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Schroeck said some current faculty will teach the courses online and the school plans to hire six new professors over the next three years to supplement the staff.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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More wild animals are getting infected with rabies, which poses a public health threat, officials warn.—
Shiv Sudhakar,
FOXNews.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Even though the comet poses no threat to Earth, the world's astronomers and space agencies are racing to harness a rare opportunity to study planetary material that formed from another star.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Not everyone contemplates the cosmos, but star sign beliefs may lead us to choose our romantic partner or judge our existing partner’s motives and intentions, based on what their horoscope says.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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On Christmas Eve, facing financial ruin and disillusionment, George contemplates taking his life.—
JOHN DEALBREUIN Wealth of Geeks,
Boston Herald,
26 Dec. 2024
Verb
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For longevity, Poole highly recommends applying a chemical protector to couches.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
8 Sep. 2025
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The study recommends a large-scale mechanical removal of the muck, and the use of algicides and other measures to keep it from growing back.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The program aims to demonstrate the breadth and depth of their art form — with pieces spanning the classical, folkloric, contemporary and flamenco styles — and the company’s half-century of output, earning them apt praise both here and abroad.—
Lauren Warnecke,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
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By pooling liquidity across the two systems, DeXRP aims to reduce slippage, tighten spreads, and deliver an execution experience closer to what institutions demand.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Proposes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proposes. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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