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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
More than a museum, Dataland proposes a new kind of cultural institution—one built on artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data as creative mediums.
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Joseph Fowler, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
The bill, which also proposes shifting presidential elections from direct popular vote to selection by lawmakers, has to be approved by the Senate, where it is also expected to pass.
—Farai Mutsaka, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026
The Willowgrove project proposes 1,250 units on a site north of Covell Boulevard and east of the Village Farms site.
—Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
This concept proposes removing the rigid radiator structure completely and instead spraying a stream of coolant oil directly into the vacuum of space.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 June 2026
Photographer Robin Harper proposes an action shot in the courtyard of Penske Media’s headquarters as clouds give way to the sun over West Los Angeles.
—Katie Abel, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
Robert Krasner proposes reforming the system to help recruitment and retention.
—Allison Deangelis, STAT, 1 June 2026
This bill also proposes a limited antitrust exemption related to transfers and eligibility, topics where there is likely to be some support.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 27 May 2026
Posadas proposes expanding the reproductive justice framework to include not just having kids but participating in all the care tasks needed to sustain human society.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 26 May 2026
Joseph Fowler, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
The bill, which also proposes shifting presidential elections from direct popular vote to selection by lawmakers, has to be approved by the Senate, where it is also expected to pass.
—Farai Mutsaka, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026
The Willowgrove project proposes 1,250 units on a site north of Covell Boulevard and east of the Village Farms site.
—Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
This concept proposes removing the rigid radiator structure completely and instead spraying a stream of coolant oil directly into the vacuum of space.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 June 2026
Photographer Robin Harper proposes an action shot in the courtyard of Penske Media’s headquarters as clouds give way to the sun over West Los Angeles.
—Katie Abel, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
Robert Krasner proposes reforming the system to help recruitment and retention.
—Allison Deangelis, STAT, 1 June 2026
This bill also proposes a limited antitrust exemption related to transfers and eligibility, topics where there is likely to be some support.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 27 May 2026
Posadas proposes expanding the reproductive justice framework to include not just having kids but participating in all the care tasks needed to sustain human society.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 26 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proposes
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Recent evidence suggests more retirees are working out of necessity.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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Molin’s research suggests the strategy is working.—
Gianluca Mezzofiore,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
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The family of former 49ers defensive lineman Aldon Smith intends to have his brain studied by CTE experts, according to family statement released Tuesday.—
Michael Nowels,
Mercury News,
16 June 2026
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In March, a lawyer for Partey said the player intends to plead not guilty to two new charges of rape after a woman alleged Partey twice raped her on the same day in December 2020.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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For student Samir Rios, the trip offers a chance to engage with a new community.—
Tania Francois,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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At a typical weekend festival, owner Sal Graci offers four roll varieties (and a couple of lemonades).—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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Kemp said the union was told that the carriage owner has suspended the driver indefinitely and plans to retire the horse involved in the accident.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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Opening dates for the new locations are still to be announced, but a representative for the brand told PEOPLE over email that the nine locations are included in 21 stores across 13 states that the chain plans to open over the next six months.—
Chiara Kim,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
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Lilypad also poses an existential threat to Bonnie's less mind-numbingly addictive toys, including Woody, Buzz, and Jessie, the last of whom takes center stage in this new movie.—
Eliana Dockterman,
Time,
18 June 2026
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This view, the article warns, poses significant AI safety implications.—
Andréa Morris,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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The agreement contemplates beginning the design phase of the new stations while the arbitration is ongoing.—
Joshua Ceballos,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
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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.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2026
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To make that happen, the committee recommends a plain-language AI dashboard and town hall-style meetings to explain projects that could affect taxpayer rights or safety.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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Here are 15 books that came out this spring that USA TODAY recommends.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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By providing early warning, Vision Guard aims to give troops additional time to respond before a drone can conduct surveillance or deliver an attack.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
18 June 2026
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Departing from traditional geographical or chronological arrangements, the show aims to take advantage of the layout of the galleries, which encircle a courtyard and allow multiple entry points.—
Brian Boucher,
ARTnews.com,
17 June 2026
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“Proposes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proposes. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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