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 In turn, Axira proposes a risky deal — steal something from the Tournament of Hearts, a dating competition where highborn citizenship is on the line. — Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 25 Aug. 2026 The Department of Homeland Security, which doesn’t seem willing or able to keep its agents from killing unarmed civilians, proposes to equip them with gloves that give electric shocks. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026 The research proposes that flavonoids and saponins in legumes may have greater effects involving testosterone, while compounds in cruciferous vegetables could interact more strongly with estrogen and progesterone pathways. — Paul McClure 23, New Atlas, 23 Aug. 2026 She’s signed on to play for Project B, a soon-to-launch international league that proposes extending the playing careers of star players (men and women) with exhibition games around the world. — Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 20 Aug. 2026 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

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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

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Having entertained offers from Football Bowl Subdivision programs, Zion-Benton senior running back Jamere French intends to be a dominant force this season.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2026
The organization also intends to make its biogenic methodology freely available.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 21 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

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Unrivaled, the 3×3 women’s professional basketball league, has completed an oversubscribed Series C fundraise at a value of $650 million, as the nearly three-year-old organization contemplates further geographic expansion.

— Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 26 Aug. 2026
The pair move in together, as McConaughey contemplates a Texas gubernatorial run.

— Shauna Lyon, New Yorker, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of contemplates

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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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