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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
The system is due to expire in March 2027, but the European Commission is proposing that it be extended by a year.
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Lorne Cook,
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
Newsom is also proposing a national public equity fund, giving Americans a stake in economic gains generated by artificial intelligence companies.
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Juhi Doshi,
ABC News,
26 June 2026
New York state is proposing housing, retail, community facilities and open space.
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Carolyn Gusoff,
CBS News,
26 June 2026
In turn, Newsom is now publicly proposing a nationwide tax on billionaire wealth.
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Nathan Goldman,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
Barry and the plan commission members were complimentary of what Spellacy is proposing.
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Jim Woods,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
The Federal Communications Commission was roundly criticized today for proposing to scale back or eliminate E-Rate, a $2 billion-a-year Universal Service program that provides discounts for telecom services and equipment in schools and libraries.
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Jon Brodkin,
ArsTechnica,
25 June 2026
To pursue a cap, then, owners likely will have to keep proposing that setup throughout these negotiations, but with modifications.
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Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
25 June 2026
For now, the EU is holding off on taking a more aggressive stance, fearing Chinese retaliation, and will instead focus on dialogue while proposing a new law to diversify sources of key supplies.
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Jason Ma,
Fortune,
20 June 2026
Lorne Cook,
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
Newsom is also proposing a national public equity fund, giving Americans a stake in economic gains generated by artificial intelligence companies.
—
Juhi Doshi,
ABC News,
26 June 2026
New York state is proposing housing, retail, community facilities and open space.
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Carolyn Gusoff,
CBS News,
26 June 2026
In turn, Newsom is now publicly proposing a nationwide tax on billionaire wealth.
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Nathan Goldman,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
Barry and the plan commission members were complimentary of what Spellacy is proposing.
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Jim Woods,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
The Federal Communications Commission was roundly criticized today for proposing to scale back or eliminate E-Rate, a $2 billion-a-year Universal Service program that provides discounts for telecom services and equipment in schools and libraries.
—
Jon Brodkin,
ArsTechnica,
25 June 2026
To pursue a cap, then, owners likely will have to keep proposing that setup throughout these negotiations, but with modifications.
—
Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
25 June 2026
For now, the EU is holding off on taking a more aggressive stance, fearing Chinese retaliation, and will instead focus on dialogue while proposing a new law to diversify sources of key supplies.
—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
20 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proposing
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This included wrongly suggesting that the drink could reduce stress and anxiety, and included unauthorized nutrition and health claims.
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The New York Times reported that a permit was filed to close streets around Madison Square Garden from July 2 through July 4, alongside additional arrangements suggesting a multi-day private event.
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Now, supporters are planning to speak out at an Alameda School Board meeting, hoping to reverse the decision or at least get answers.
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Turkey is planning strict security measures for the summit, including banning demonstrations and restricting access to roads leading to airports, as well as sealing off areas around the summit venue and hotels hosting delegations.
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Witherspoon wrote alongside a photo of her posing with Deacon in his cap and gown.
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Other snaps saw the Selena actress lounging in silk pajamas, celebrating her kids' graduations, eating a huge croissant, nibbling on a chocolate bar in bed, and posing for a selfie on a couch.
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Joumaa, a Lebanese journalist, first met Khalil intending to do a story on her.
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For those intending to bring a touch of softness and polish to a room, this mohair pillow brings a tactile quality.
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However, the high court also ruled against the president’s attempts to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, offering the central bank more protection.
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Starlink announced that the company is offering free internet access to Movistar customers in La Guaria state, and is working to also provide service to Digitel and Movilnet customers as soon as possible.
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While no regional power is currently capable of replacing the US as the Gulf’s security guarantor, officials are increasingly contemplating a future in which Washington plays a much smaller role in the regional security architecture, the diplomat said.
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An inflation rate now at its highest level in three years, combined with a high Federal funds rate that's unlikely to change anytime soon, not to mention the possibility of interest rate hikes later this year, has left many savers contemplating their next move.
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Both political factions’ cronies continually flatter and lie to them about how things are going.
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Syd was always going places, but Richie and Tina — and, of course, the fabulous Fak brothers, Neil (Matty Matheson) and Ted (Ricky Staffieri) — were the miracles of the piece.
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Ukraine has stepped up its long-range aerial attacks on Russian military industries and energy facilities, aiming to cut Moscow’s revenue for the war and make Russians feel the consequences of the invasion, now in its fifth year.
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During the rally in sweltering heat, Vucic told his backers, many bused in from across the country, that students and anti-government protesters were aiming to destroy the country, and accused them of colluding with unnamed foreign powers, charges the protesters deny.
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