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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
While the government has committed to absorbing part of the funding shortfall for HIV/AIDS treatment — proposing a R27-million emergency plan and long-term health insurance reform — the damage is being felt.
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Majirata Latela, The Dial, 13 Jan. 2026
After being selected by the Patriots in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, Maye capped off his rookie season by proposing to his future wife.
—Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Her union is proposing a billionaire wealth tax to make up for massive federal healthcare spending cuts that are set to take place over the next decade, which will largely impact middle- and lower-income Californians.
—Max Darrow, CBS News, 10 Jan. 2026
That’s why our Five Borough Jobs Campaign — the only group in New York City representing businesses of all sizes in every borough — is proposing a comprehensive, proactive agenda to address the front line challenges our members face with resources and clarity.
—Tom Grech, New York Daily News, 10 Jan. 2026
Newsom is also proposing a shift in oversight of California’s Department of Education from State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond’s control to the executive branch.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, lawmakers keep proposing — and sometimes passing —regulations that would hobble the industry.
—Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 9 Jan. 2026
Iowa Agriculture Secretary Mike Naig is proposing a state-level Farm Bill with provisions that range from exempting sales tax on honeybee purchases to strengthening local food programs to changing some truck weight requirements.
—Donnelle Eller, Des Moines Register, 8 Jan. 2026
In their latest documents, Boucher Brothers and Major Food Group are proposing to demolish the existing Nikki Beach building and erect a new structure.
—Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
Majirata Latela, The Dial, 13 Jan. 2026
After being selected by the Patriots in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, Maye capped off his rookie season by proposing to his future wife.
—Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Her union is proposing a billionaire wealth tax to make up for massive federal healthcare spending cuts that are set to take place over the next decade, which will largely impact middle- and lower-income Californians.
—Max Darrow, CBS News, 10 Jan. 2026
That’s why our Five Borough Jobs Campaign — the only group in New York City representing businesses of all sizes in every borough — is proposing a comprehensive, proactive agenda to address the front line challenges our members face with resources and clarity.
—Tom Grech, New York Daily News, 10 Jan. 2026
Newsom is also proposing a shift in oversight of California’s Department of Education from State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond’s control to the executive branch.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, lawmakers keep proposing — and sometimes passing —regulations that would hobble the industry.
—Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 9 Jan. 2026
Iowa Agriculture Secretary Mike Naig is proposing a state-level Farm Bill with provisions that range from exempting sales tax on honeybee purchases to strengthening local food programs to changing some truck weight requirements.
—Donnelle Eller, Des Moines Register, 8 Jan. 2026
In their latest documents, Boucher Brothers and Major Food Group are proposing to demolish the existing Nikki Beach building and erect a new structure.
—Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
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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Abigail hoped that when the colonies achieved independence, women in America would join in the victory and finally have a say over their own lives without having to bow to the authority of men in managing their homes and property, and planning for their futures.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Jan. 2026
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While Paramount declined to share further details on Tuesday, the Wall Street Journal reported last week that the company was planning another extension.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Jan. 2026
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Chicago showed off her sweet smile while posing for a photo with her mom and sister.—
Andrea Wurzburger,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
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She was spotted smiling and posing with her children Harper, Emerson, and Beckett.—
Elle Meier,
InStyle,
15 Jan. 2026
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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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Most recently, the administration began contemplating buying and converting large warehouses into detention centers.—
Lauren Villagran,
USA Today,
14 Jan. 2026
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By the time of the party, Eskilsson had stepped down as Tobii’s CEO and was contemplating a sedate life serving on boards.—
Deni Ellis Béchard,
Scientific American,
13 Jan. 2026
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San Jose was seventh in MLS with 60 goals scored while going 11-15-8 last season.—
Mercury News,
Mercury News,
14 Jan. 2026
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But most of its richest pleasures come down to Fiennes going balls to the wall with a truly memorable character — half lunatic and half visionary.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
13 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 21 Jan. 2026.
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