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as in hypotheses
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 proposals
something which is presented for consideration
a neighbor with a business proposition to tell us about
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Recent Examples of propositions
From high school to college, grade inflation has offered educational institutions increasingly dubious value propositions.
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Jake Angelo, Fortune, 19 Mar. 2026
The six propositions are mere inferences.
—Cass Sunstein, Big Think, 5 Mar. 2026
Several Democratic propositions aimed at improving quality of life are on the ballot, including Proposition 7, which calls for ensuring air and water quality by preserving the state’s biodiversity and natural resources.
—From Staff Reports, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026
This year, the Republicans have 10 propositions and the Democrats have 13.
—Steven Rosenbaum, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Last fall, Stricklen co-founded the Fort Bend Voter Education Coalition to educate voters about candidates and ballot propositions.
—Joy Sewing, Houston Chronicle, 26 Feb. 2026
The mix of accessible designs and bold propositions, rich in pop references and communicated through ironic and irreverent campaigns, activations and collaboration galore enabled Calza to carve a specific niche of loyal fans.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 25 Feb. 2026
While this question is inherently subjective based on each traveler’s needs and budget, Hochberg found that the Royal Beach Club provides one of the better value propositions for shore excursions in Nassau.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
This year an enterprising gambler can find places to bet on all sorts of propositions for Bad Bunny’s halftime performance.
—David Hill, Rolling Stone, 6 Feb. 2026
Jake Angelo, Fortune, 19 Mar. 2026
The six propositions are mere inferences.
—Cass Sunstein, Big Think, 5 Mar. 2026
Several Democratic propositions aimed at improving quality of life are on the ballot, including Proposition 7, which calls for ensuring air and water quality by preserving the state’s biodiversity and natural resources.
—From Staff Reports, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026
This year, the Republicans have 10 propositions and the Democrats have 13.
—Steven Rosenbaum, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Last fall, Stricklen co-founded the Fort Bend Voter Education Coalition to educate voters about candidates and ballot propositions.
—Joy Sewing, Houston Chronicle, 26 Feb. 2026
The mix of accessible designs and bold propositions, rich in pop references and communicated through ironic and irreverent campaigns, activations and collaboration galore enabled Calza to carve a specific niche of loyal fans.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 25 Feb. 2026
While this question is inherently subjective based on each traveler’s needs and budget, Hochberg found that the Royal Beach Club provides one of the better value propositions for shore excursions in Nassau.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
This year an enterprising gambler can find places to bet on all sorts of propositions for Bad Bunny’s halftime performance.
—David Hill, Rolling Stone, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for propositions
Noun
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Such failures provide a learning opportunity, a chance to reassess hypotheses and try again.—
Mariangela Lisanti,
Twin Cities,
27 Mar. 2026
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Other active hypotheses that remain in play include that Gracey could have been drugged, taken drugs himself or ingested a large enough amount of alcohol to disorient himself.—
Michael Ruiz , Solly Boussidan,
FOXNews.com,
20 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Union leaders said negotiations have stalled for months, and are accusing BP of rejecting their proposals on jobs, pay, and safety.—
Jeramie Bizzle,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Go to the annual raises proposals and split the difference.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
30 Mar. 2026
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His practical advice fares better than both his theories and his pallid attempts at profundity.—
Becca Rothfeld,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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By improving their algorithms and collecting more data, the team hopes to improve their measurements and possibly uncover deviations from existing theories.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Bakri uses different voices and facial expressions for each, encouraging his students to dream broadly and praising their wild suggestions for where reading can take them.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
24 Mar. 2026
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The administration has since walked back suggestions that McDonald would report directly to the White House instead of senior Justice Department leaders.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
24 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Iran says a projectile hit the premises of Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency.—
Charlene Gubash,
NBC news,
24 Mar. 2026
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The lawsuit says the venue is responsible for premises liability and Lamb for negligent hiring and supervision.—
Steve Henson,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Propositions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propositions. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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