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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
Their introduction made for some major distrust from Tommy about Danny's business propositions, though Cami ignored his warnings.
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Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 21 Dec. 2025
Property tax reform is the biggest issue being fought out in the state legislature, and ultimately Florida voters will have a chance to vote on one or even several ballot propositions to curb or eliminate property taxes.
—Betsy McCaughey, Boston Herald, 21 Dec. 2025
Instead of offering prize money or funding, Richemont decided via AZ Academy to offer emerging designers education, mentorships and moral support to give unique fashion propositions a practical leg up.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 9 Dec. 2025
Families, long-distance commuters, and cargo-haulers will see these models as exceptionally strong value propositions now that all three sit under the $1,000 threshold.
—New Atlas, 25 Nov. 2025
Nexstar will look to leverage local sales around toss-up races, ballot propositions and other market opportunities.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2025
The propositions really re-regulate the way new developments and buildings are approved.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 5 Nov. 2025
At the same time, there are technical propositions of how to do this.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2025
Voters were also asked to decide on two propositions aimed at making city charter changes.
—Elena Santa Cruz, AZCentral.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 21 Dec. 2025
Property tax reform is the biggest issue being fought out in the state legislature, and ultimately Florida voters will have a chance to vote on one or even several ballot propositions to curb or eliminate property taxes.
—Betsy McCaughey, Boston Herald, 21 Dec. 2025
Instead of offering prize money or funding, Richemont decided via AZ Academy to offer emerging designers education, mentorships and moral support to give unique fashion propositions a practical leg up.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 9 Dec. 2025
Families, long-distance commuters, and cargo-haulers will see these models as exceptionally strong value propositions now that all three sit under the $1,000 threshold.
—New Atlas, 25 Nov. 2025
Nexstar will look to leverage local sales around toss-up races, ballot propositions and other market opportunities.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2025
The propositions really re-regulate the way new developments and buildings are approved.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 5 Nov. 2025
At the same time, there are technical propositions of how to do this.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2025
Voters were also asked to decide on two propositions aimed at making city charter changes.
—Elena Santa Cruz, AZCentral.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for propositions
Noun
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When anyone with a creative spark can orchestrate a cloud of AI agents to build prototypes, analyze markets, and test hypotheses, the cost of trying something new plummets.—
Erik Brynjolfsson,
Time,
2 Jan. 2026
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Engineers use agents to test hypotheses.—
Norbert Jung,
Fortune,
17 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Officials in Brussels, Berlin, and Paris viewed early proposals as overly concessive to Moscow, insufficiently safeguarding Ukrainian sovereignty and territorial integrity — particularly regarding Donbas, Crimea, and possible concessions beyond current lines of control.—
Daniel Ross Goodman,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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In response to questions from The Sacramento Bee, representatives from the governor’s office did not address any of the proposals lawmakers have been discussing.—
Nicole Nixon,
Sacbee.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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Those are, indeed, pat, credible theories and predictions.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Jan. 2026
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But now, in the planet’s capital city of Apperax, a murder is committed with no suspects, forensics or theories.—
Aaron Couch,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Jan. 2026
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Erica has evolved from a simple virtual assistant to a sophisticated tool, with 60% of its 3 billion interactions now being proactive, offering suggestions and next steps.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Nov. 2025
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Our critics have some helpful suggestions for songs to keep you warm.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
7 Nov. 2025
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The police set off to raid the premises.—
Mick Krever,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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Ensure your home is securely locked when vacating the premises.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Propositions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propositions. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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