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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
Hilton proposes to reform the California Environmental Quality Act so that only government prosecutors can sue, preventing private individuals and organizations from stopping or delaying new housing projects.
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Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
In addition, the Cruz-Cantwell bill proposes an agent registry system and a cap on agents’ commissions, an intriguing concept but one with legal complexity.
—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
The pope proposes that overreliance on AI risks weakening human resourcefulness and creativity, and that sharing intimate conversations with chatbots can be dangerous and isolating.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
The team proposes that such conditions persisted at Hapcheon, forming a hydrothermal lake capable of supporting microbial ecosystems.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 25 May 2026
The popular celestial compass theory proposes that insects use the Moon for navigation and mistake artificial light from a steady source for the light from the Moon.
—Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 May 2026
The developer also proposes roughly 30 affordable housing units and additions to the Carolina Thread Trail, Knox said.
—Joe Marusak
may 20, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026
Under the strong-mayor system Lee proposes, the mayor would be solely responsible for city operations, including hiring and firing the city administrator.
—Daniel Borenstein, Mercury News, 19 May 2026
Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
In addition, the Cruz-Cantwell bill proposes an agent registry system and a cap on agents’ commissions, an intriguing concept but one with legal complexity.
—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
The pope proposes that overreliance on AI risks weakening human resourcefulness and creativity, and that sharing intimate conversations with chatbots can be dangerous and isolating.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
The team proposes that such conditions persisted at Hapcheon, forming a hydrothermal lake capable of supporting microbial ecosystems.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 25 May 2026
The popular celestial compass theory proposes that insects use the Moon for navigation and mistake artificial light from a steady source for the light from the Moon.
—Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 May 2026
The developer also proposes roughly 30 affordable housing units and additions to the Carolina Thread Trail, Knox said.
—Joe Marusak
may 20, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026
Under the strong-mayor system Lee proposes, the mayor would be solely responsible for city operations, including hiring and firing the city administrator.
—Daniel Borenstein, Mercury News, 19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proposes
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Saturday’s forecast suggests around a 50% chance of rain in the vicinity of the cave system, as Laos enters its annual rainy season.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Research suggests wildfire mitigation work pays off.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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An attorney for the Cormack-Belton family, Todd Rutherford, said the family intends to file a civil lawsuit against Chow.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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The company intends to launch new streaming products tied to MS NOW and other parts of its operations.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
2 June 2026
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Tumi also offers a more high-end version at 31 percent off, featuring a wipeable lining for inevitable makeup leaks.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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Additionally, the building offers two parking spots.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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Alcaraz, who plans to attend Palomar College next season and work as a middle infielder, finishes the season 7-3 with 74 strikeouts in 47 1/3 innings.—
John Maffei,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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In addition to the closures, the district plans to open two new schools and an early childhood center.—
Finch Walker,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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Greg Kinnear poses for photos while on the carpet at the Critics Choice Association's 3rd Annual Celebration of LGBTQ+ Cinema & Television on May 29 in Los Angeles.—
People Staff,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
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Mathematicians warned against rising tech industry influence in a declaration describing the many challenges that AI poses to mathematics research.—
Jeremy Hsu,
ArsTechnica,
2 June 2026
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The bill also contemplates restrictions on coaches leaving their teams before the end of the season.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
27 May 2026
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Inspired by their connection, Étienne contemplates exchanging his lonely existence for one filled with romance, but with a demanding route to cover, starring in a great love story may not be in the cards for the hard-working road warrior.—
Elaina Patton,
IndieWire,
12 May 2026
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The study recommends universal shots against 11 diseases while moving flu, hepatitis, rotavirus, RSV and some meningitis vaccines to high-risk or ‘shared decision-making’ categories.—
Collin Binkley,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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Dawn recommends breathable linen and cotton styles for especially hot destinations, while poly blends can feel slightly more elevated for dinners or nights out.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
30 May 2026
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The new act aims to address overdependence on third countries for chip design and manufacturing and insufficient preparedness for crises, a proposal for the regulation said.—
Kai Nicol-Schwarz,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
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Mu’s annual play-reading festival began more than three decades ago and aims to lower barriers and provide resources for Asian American playwrights to land works on stage.—
Jared Kaufman,
Twin Cities,
3 June 2026
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“Proposes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proposes. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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