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as in suggesting
to set before the mind for consideration
he proposed that we go for a walk this afternoon
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as in planning
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 proposing
Hours later, the Senate voted to pass a bill proposing near-complete conformity with those federal cuts starting retroactively with calendar year 2025.
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Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 7 Feb. 2026
When proposing a compromise, do your best to speak calmly.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
Alongside those sticks, Weimer offered a carrot, proposing to nearly double federal government funding for German film production to €250 million ($295 million) annually.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 6 Feb. 2026
Referencing the Korean moon jar, a monumental lily and an aerodynamic automotive prototype, the collection traced a progression from origin to transformation to forward motion, proposing innovation as refinement rather than rupture.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026
The university is proposing paying up to a $10 million entry fee while also forgoing league revenue, which could be up to $2 million, sources told CBS Sacramento's Jake Gadon.
—Brandon Downs, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
Last month, Bass published an opinion piece in the Daily News criticizing the county, pointing out that its new homelessness agency was already proposing cuts to programs that have served the city’s unhoused population.
—David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 31 Jan. 2026
Kevin issued an Independent Report to the Bank of England proposing reforms in the conduct of Monetary Policy in the United Kingdom.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Joel Brennan is proposing a state commission to collect footage of incidents involving federal immigration authorities.
—Molly Beck, jsonline.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 7 Feb. 2026
When proposing a compromise, do your best to speak calmly.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
Alongside those sticks, Weimer offered a carrot, proposing to nearly double federal government funding for German film production to €250 million ($295 million) annually.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 6 Feb. 2026
Referencing the Korean moon jar, a monumental lily and an aerodynamic automotive prototype, the collection traced a progression from origin to transformation to forward motion, proposing innovation as refinement rather than rupture.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026
The university is proposing paying up to a $10 million entry fee while also forgoing league revenue, which could be up to $2 million, sources told CBS Sacramento's Jake Gadon.
—Brandon Downs, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
Last month, Bass published an opinion piece in the Daily News criticizing the county, pointing out that its new homelessness agency was already proposing cuts to programs that have served the city’s unhoused population.
—David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 31 Jan. 2026
Kevin issued an Independent Report to the Bank of England proposing reforms in the conduct of Monetary Policy in the United Kingdom.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Joel Brennan is proposing a state commission to collect footage of incidents involving federal immigration authorities.
—Molly Beck, jsonline.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proposing
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The new revelations include documents suggesting Mandelson shared sensitive government information with Epstein after the 2008 global financial crisis.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
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Musk has regularly expressed his ambitions in space travel, previously suggesting colonizing Mars.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Feb. 2026
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The company has a location in north Fort Worth in the Alliance area, and is planning a second Cowtown store in the Walsh area along Interstate 20.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Feb. 2026
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Mandelson also appeared to tip off Epstein that the European Union was planning a €500 billion bailout to prop up the euro, also in the wake of the financial crisis.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
3 Feb. 2026
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If this theatrical window is destroyed by a merger or any other process, the foundational structure that has driven profitability in the motion picture industry for decades will collapse, posing a mortal threat to the long-term sustainability of the global film ecosystem.—
Joseph M. Singer,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2026
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Other than the airport, the surrounding area has high industrial activity, posing a threat to the Flint River as a safe water source, the trust said.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
6 Feb. 2026
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Without intending, even as the Vietnam War lingered on and the national mood was grim, halftime became classic Americana, a telling mixture of self-parody and pride.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2026
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Instead, the Bucks are intending to see if a future can be crafted in Milwaukee for Antetokounmpo going forward, or else resume trade negotiations either closer to June’s NBA draft or during the next salary-cap calendar that opens July 1.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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Mahmood, a close ally of Starmer, is seen as a possible curveball that could re-engage left-wing voters who feel dissatisfied with Labour while also offering concessions to right-wing voters concerned about the immigration crisis.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Feb. 2026
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Arizona continues to be extremely sought after for its warm weather, outdoor activities and expansive real estate, offering a little bit of everything for anyone looking to live here.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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OpenAI may be contemplating an IPO before the end of the year in part to get out in the public market ahead of its rival Anthropic, according to the Journal’s reporting.—
Beatrice Nolan,
Fortune,
30 Jan. 2026
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Lately, she’s been reading up on the licensing rules in other states and contemplating a move after her husband finishes school.—
Natalie Yahr,
jsonline.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Michael Hicks weighs in on how a copy‑paste bill has lawmakers going after degrees Indiana doesn’t even offer in his latest op-ed.—
Kurtcia Collazo,
IndyStar,
9 Feb. 2026
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At one point, NBC’s color commentator Cris Collinsworth openly wondered how many yards Walker had picked up after going backward.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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The Rhode Island Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.—
Staff Reports,
The Providence Journal,
8 Feb. 2026
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The Hoosier Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Proposing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proposing. Accessed 11 Feb. 2026.
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