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as in hypothesis
an idea that is the starting point for making a case or conducting an investigation
started the discussion with the simple proposition that no one ever does anything out of pure altruism
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as in proposal
something which is presented for consideration
a neighbor with a business proposition to tell us about
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Recent Examples of proposition
In Arizona, where the proposition passed with 61% support, Republican lawmakers still expressed doubt about the results.
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Katrina Michalak, Kansas City Star, 28 May 2025
Relying on a player at that stage of his career to anchor a championship push is a risky proposition.
—Ricardo Klein, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 May 2025
The idea that Orthodox Christianity, in particular the Russian Orthodox Church, could be a stumbling block to Holy See-Russia relations is not a new proposition.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 23 May 2025
Taking on a new mortgage at a much higher rate may be a difficult proposition for many.
—Andrea Riquier, USA Today, 18 May 2025
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Katrina Michalak, Kansas City Star, 28 May 2025
Relying on a player at that stage of his career to anchor a championship push is a risky proposition.
—Ricardo Klein, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 May 2025
The idea that Orthodox Christianity, in particular the Russian Orthodox Church, could be a stumbling block to Holy See-Russia relations is not a new proposition.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 23 May 2025
Taking on a new mortgage at a much higher rate may be a difficult proposition for many.
—Andrea Riquier, USA Today, 18 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proposition
Noun
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However, the data doesn't seem to really support this hypothesis in manufacturing.—
Greg Rosalsky,
NPR,
27 May 2025
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For each test, include the specific messaging hypothesis, how to implement it, and how to measure results.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
Noun
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The proposal is set for a final City Council discussion on June 10.—
Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
7 June 2025
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The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies approved on June 5 the fiscal year 2026 spending proposal in a 9–7 vote, sending it to the full Committee.—
Dario Sabaghi,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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But the people interviewed for this story float several theories.—
Tyler Hicks,
Rolling Stone,
5 June 2025
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As fear grew in 2023 over the failure to reach a deal on raising the debt ceiling, the White House was said to be considering an option of last resort: an untested legal theory that involves invoking the 14th Amendment.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
4 June 2025
Noun
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Here are suggestions for staying safe during a thunderstorm: To reduce the chance of being struck by lightning, when venturing outside, have a plan to get to a safer area.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
1 June 2025
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Here are suggestions for staying safe during a thunderstorm: To minimize risk of being struck by lightning, when going outside, have a plan to get to a safer place.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 June 2025
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Another example is Amazon, perhaps one of the best examples of a company that has largely diversified from its original core thesis.—
Dr. Sai Balasubramanian,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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The bullish thesis on Nvidia remains in place ahead of earnings, but analysts have questions about the company’s path forward.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
28 May 2025
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These stories—and there are many more—deliver what the book’s premise promises: a revelation that capitalism, done differently, can still work.—
Esther K. Choy,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Torre felt that too many sports podcasts were built on the same premise: tackle the day’s news, interview some big names, churn out takes of varying temperatures.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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“Proposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proposition. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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