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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 the meantime, the Chicago Park District is preparing plans of its own, proposing a $630 million revamp of Soldier Field if and when the Bears leave.
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Grace Miserocchi, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
Based on similar moral panics among Democratic politicos proposing bans on new data center development from Oregon to Georgia, the Left seems ready to unite to oppose AI because of its extraordinary potential for economic productivity.
—Tiana Lowe Doescher, The Washington Examiner, 27 Feb. 2026
With a 45% increase in unsheltered homelessness in the state, lawmakers are proposing legislation to prohibit municipalities from using general laws like trespassing against unhoused people who are simply resting or storing their belongings on public land.
—Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 27 Feb. 2026
The finances The general obligation bond the city is proposing to pay for the project is a government-financing option that property owners repay through property taxes.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2026
Last Sunday, dozens of protesters gathered at the intersection of Weddington and Belt roads in Concord following a New York Times report that ICE was proposing a 1,500‑bed immigration detention facility near there.
—Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026
And that’s what moderates are proposing.
—Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 27 Feb. 2026
Duties include overseeing daily investment decisions, leading deal negotiations and proposing and sourcing new opportunities.
—Sacbee.com, 26 Feb. 2026
Last summer, Sinclair reportedly attempted to expand its empire, proposing a merger with Tegna, a broadcaster with nearly seventy stations.
—Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 26 Feb. 2026
Grace Miserocchi, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
Based on similar moral panics among Democratic politicos proposing bans on new data center development from Oregon to Georgia, the Left seems ready to unite to oppose AI because of its extraordinary potential for economic productivity.
—Tiana Lowe Doescher, The Washington Examiner, 27 Feb. 2026
With a 45% increase in unsheltered homelessness in the state, lawmakers are proposing legislation to prohibit municipalities from using general laws like trespassing against unhoused people who are simply resting or storing their belongings on public land.
—Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 27 Feb. 2026
The finances The general obligation bond the city is proposing to pay for the project is a government-financing option that property owners repay through property taxes.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2026
Last Sunday, dozens of protesters gathered at the intersection of Weddington and Belt roads in Concord following a New York Times report that ICE was proposing a 1,500‑bed immigration detention facility near there.
—Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026
And that’s what moderates are proposing.
—Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 27 Feb. 2026
Duties include overseeing daily investment decisions, leading deal negotiations and proposing and sourcing new opportunities.
—Sacbee.com, 26 Feb. 2026
Last summer, Sinclair reportedly attempted to expand its empire, proposing a merger with Tegna, a broadcaster with nearly seventy stations.
—Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proposing
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Critics on social media starting suggesting that maybe Messi’s 2026 team was overrated.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
2 Mar. 2026
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Satellite photos analyzed by AP have shown new activity at two of those sites, suggesting Iran is trying to assess and potentially recover material.—
Jon Gambrell,
Fortune,
1 Mar. 2026
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The administration is planning to make that clear in issuing new regulations.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
25 Feb. 2026
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The position’s duties include planning and assigning the work of custodial staff; overseeing an accurate system of inmate count; supervising the movement of employees, inmates, and visitors; and inspecting incoming and outgoing vehicles, materials, and supplies for the presence of contraband.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
Updated February 24,
Sacbee.com,
24 Feb. 2026
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In Wales on Thursday, William and Kate projected modernity, stability, and, quite frankly, fun, posing for selfies, playing rock, paper, scissors with children, and Kate letting a young girl fasten a necklace around her neck.—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 2026
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Dressed in head-to-toe leather, Moore unveiled her wet and wavy bob, crafted by celebrity stylist Dimitris Giannetos, to the cameras inside Piazza VI Febbraio, posing alongside Donatella Versace, Brad Goreski and Luca de Meo.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
27 Feb. 2026
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With the filing, Hawthorne is seeking to reorganize, ultimately intending to attract a buyer or investor willing to recapitalize the company and restart operations, according to a news release from a public affairs firm representing the racecourse.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
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The Horizon Market opened last August, intending to bring a small neighborhood grocery store to the Tarentum community.—
Christopher DeRose,
CBS News,
23 Feb. 2026
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According to prosecutors, Trent Sanson reached out to the council member in June 2024, offering $10,000 to place the project on a City Council agenda and vote in favor of it.—
Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
2 Mar. 2026
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Supporters say the hotel could be an economic boon, offering new amenities and convenience.—
Megan Vaz,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Mar. 2026
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For the unbeaten 24-year-old mixed martial artist, promoted by Combate Global, contemplating the alternative can be traumatic.—
Josh Gross,
Daily News,
25 Feb. 2026
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In the play, which begins as historic epic and becomes, for Goethe, increasing personal and interior, Egmont gains perspective on the complexities of his place in politics by contemplating nature and being.—
Classical Music Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Ferris, who pitched 1-2/3 scoreless innings in his second Cactus League start Saturday in the Dodgers’ 7-6 split-squad loss to the Texas Rangers at Surprise Stadium, noticed the contrast going from the Cubs to the Dodgers.—
Jack Vita,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Mar. 2026
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The debt markets going pencils down is a huge risk to an M&A market that looks poised to rip.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
2 Mar. 2026
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The Hoosier Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
28 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,
28 Feb. 2026
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