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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
In their latest documents, Boucher Brothers and Major Food Group are proposing to demolish the existing Nikki Beach building and erect a new structure.
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Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
San Diego City Councilmember Sean Elo-Rivera is proposing a tax on short-term vacation rentals that could amount to thousands of dollars per room, and a levy on second homes that owners aren’t renting out long-term.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026
The Kraft Group is proposing a 25,000-seat soccer stadium on the edge of the Mystic River in Everett, Massachusetts.
—Matt Schooley, CBS News, 31 Dec. 2025
After proposing to Schweitzer in 2021, the Santa Clauses actor spoke to PEOPLE about what made his fiancée special.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
The president and his team are proposing to spend that $200 billion.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 31 Dec. 2025
Mamdani, a Democratic socialist, focused much of his campaign platform on affordability, proposing to freeze rent in the city and make city buses free, among other ideas.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 30 Dec. 2025
Zelensky also is proposing that Ukraine receive $800 billion in aid to rebuild its infrastructure and economy after the war.
—Max Rego, The Hill, 28 Dec. 2025
In the post shared, Towns is seen down on one knee on the rooftop of a building overlooking New York City, proposing to the beauty, who is overcome with emotion.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 26 Dec. 2025
Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
San Diego City Councilmember Sean Elo-Rivera is proposing a tax on short-term vacation rentals that could amount to thousands of dollars per room, and a levy on second homes that owners aren’t renting out long-term.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026
The Kraft Group is proposing a 25,000-seat soccer stadium on the edge of the Mystic River in Everett, Massachusetts.
—Matt Schooley, CBS News, 31 Dec. 2025
After proposing to Schweitzer in 2021, the Santa Clauses actor spoke to PEOPLE about what made his fiancée special.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
The president and his team are proposing to spend that $200 billion.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 31 Dec. 2025
Mamdani, a Democratic socialist, focused much of his campaign platform on affordability, proposing to freeze rent in the city and make city buses free, among other ideas.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 30 Dec. 2025
Zelensky also is proposing that Ukraine receive $800 billion in aid to rebuild its infrastructure and economy after the war.
—Max Rego, The Hill, 28 Dec. 2025
In the post shared, Towns is seen down on one knee on the rooftop of a building overlooking New York City, proposing to the beauty, who is overcome with emotion.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 26 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proposing
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Not long after, that source became unreachable, suggesting the blackout had widened even further.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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By season's end, Pine and his boss, Angela Burr (Colman), succeeded in bringing Roper down, with the finale suggesting Roper's violent end at the hands of his own buyers.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Jan. 2026
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While the first missions to space would not occur for several years, scientists began planning on how humans could reach orbit, fly to the Moon, and beyond.—
Matthew S Williams,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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Whether we’re headed to the gym, lounging at home, or planning your next trips, Lululemon is our go-to destination for a workout wardrobe that doubles as casual and travel wear.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
9 Jan. 2026
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After his death, Aldean took to Instagram to pay tribute to the Turning Point USA CEO, sharing a photo of him and his wife posing alongside Kirk.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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After posing on the red carpet, Brown, Harbour and the rest of the cast took the stage inside the Chinese Theatre, where they were introduced by the series’ creators, Matt and Ross Duffer.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
8 Nov. 2025
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Mere weeks after an armed man came to our ER intending to shoot people, hospital leaders refused to negotiate improvements in workplace safety.—
Donovan Carey,
New York Daily News,
6 Jan. 2026
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Prosecutors said the group members planned to target agents with the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement, intending to harm them with pipe bombs.—
Austin Turner,
CBS News,
5 Jan. 2026
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Its interior pocket has a 2-liter capacity, offering plenty of room for a phone, wallet, keychain, and other necessities.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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That’s where the Kate Spade Outlet comes in, offering polished, functional purses at steep discounts.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Jan. 2026
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Still, at least some are already contemplating a return to their homeland.—
Natalia Jaramillo,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Jan. 2026
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After months of rumors about the downtown location, in January the company confirmed plans to shut down its stores in DOCO and the Sunrise Mall — the struggling retail center in Citrus Heights where city officials are contemplating eminent domain.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
30 Dec. 2025
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But the actor didn't think the story of his character on all five of the Netflix series' seasons, Will Byers, and Will's longtime friend, Mike Wheeler (Finn Wolfhard), had been fully wrapped up going into the final episode.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Jan. 2026
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Young was remarkably efficient, throwing three TD passes of 30-plus yards and going 15-for-20 for 206 yards.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Jan. 2026
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The Hoosier Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
10 Jan. 2026
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The Rhode Island Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.—
Staff Reports,
The Providence Journal,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Proposing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proposing. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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