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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
Even as the communist country proposes reforms, the United States continues a pressure campaign, ramping up economic sanctions and maintaining an oil embargo that has plunged much of the island into darkness.
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Rick Jervis,
USA Today,
1 July 2026
The simplest solution, Wheeler proposes, is that laws be strengthened to require developers to integrate prehistoric sites and finds into the architectural plans for new buildings, and not just shunt things off to museums or warehouses.
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Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
30 June 2026
The bill proposes for around $106 million over four years after approval to cover the work of the expert panel, district preparation and teacher training before the 2028-29 test mandate would take effect.
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Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
The incentives To get Aldi off the ground, the development agreement proposes creating a Community Improvement District and using Industrial Revenue Bonds to help reimburse the project costs.
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Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2026
The text also proposes the creation of a Constitutional Court to replace the current Constitutional Council.
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ABC News,
29 June 2026
Newsom proposes a national public equity fund that would take a major stake in the AI economy.
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Fin Daniel Gómez,
CBS News,
26 June 2026
Another measure to speed up the preparatory studies proposes that when a power plant operator and a large load customer of a similar size both apply for access to the grid, only one study of the impact of both players joining should be conducted, rather than sequential studies.
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IEEE Spectrum,
24 June 2026
The author proposes a five-step framework, including mandatory financial statement mapping and litigation safe harbors, to transform risk disclosures into quantifiable data for enhanced financial modeling and investor insight, ensuring materiality improves rather than diminishes vital information.
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Shivaram Rajgopal,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Rick Jervis,
USA Today,
1 July 2026
The simplest solution, Wheeler proposes, is that laws be strengthened to require developers to integrate prehistoric sites and finds into the architectural plans for new buildings, and not just shunt things off to museums or warehouses.
—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
30 June 2026
The bill proposes for around $106 million over four years after approval to cover the work of the expert panel, district preparation and teacher training before the 2028-29 test mandate would take effect.
—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
The incentives To get Aldi off the ground, the development agreement proposes creating a Community Improvement District and using Industrial Revenue Bonds to help reimburse the project costs.
—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2026
The text also proposes the creation of a Constitutional Court to replace the current Constitutional Council.
—
ABC News,
29 June 2026
Newsom proposes a national public equity fund that would take a major stake in the AI economy.
—
Fin Daniel Gómez,
CBS News,
26 June 2026
Another measure to speed up the preparatory studies proposes that when a power plant operator and a large load customer of a similar size both apply for access to the grid, only one study of the impact of both players joining should be conducted, rather than sequential studies.
—
IEEE Spectrum,
24 June 2026
The author proposes a five-step framework, including mandatory financial statement mapping and litigation safe harbors, to transform risk disclosures into quantifiable data for enhanced financial modeling and investor insight, ensuring materiality improves rather than diminishes vital information.
—
Shivaram Rajgopal,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proposes
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Police dispatch audio suggests the 27-year-old has both a valid FOID card and Concealed Carry License.
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For every Founding Father looking to free the colonies from British tyranny, there was a Larry (often called Lawrence here) who suggests that sharing desserts and umbrellas should be prohibited by the Declaration of Independence.
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The exercise intends to transform abstract ideas into a more concrete lifestyle plan.
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Minott also intends to sign a new two-year, $9 million deal to return to the Nets, with a team option in the second season, according to ESPN.
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The lightweight, double-layered design offers extra coverage without feeling heavy, while the stretchy waistband and flowy design keep it comfortable all day.
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Neither company currently offers new vehicles for less than $50,000.
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Zada plans to shoot the movie first on a soundstage with real actors and will decide later which parts work better traditionally and what should be done synthetically.
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In addition, the group plans to bury a time capsule on July 4 in Philadelphia to be opened on America's 500th birthday in 2276.
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However, this $50 fee poses a barrier for low-income recipients and doesn't count towards deductibles.
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Federal authorities have increasingly warned that the group poses a unique challenge.
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The agreement contemplates beginning the design phase of the new stations while the arbitration is ongoing.
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It’s been a long time since Steven Spielberg directed a film as quintessentially Spielbergian as Disclosure Day, which contemplates how humankind might react to proof that extraterrestrial life exists.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends seeking out shady areas both outdoors and indoors, away from direct sunlight.
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To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.
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That's significant because the nonprofit aims to reduce the stigma of mental health disorders, especially among Asian American families.
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As Europe seeks to expand its position in advanced semiconductor technologies, the new partnership aims to create a production environment capable of supporting both startups and established companies working on photonic chip innovations.
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“Proposes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proposes. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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