as in proposed
to set before the mind for consideration
let us propound the question whether mercy killing should ever be an option
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Based on these findings, archaeologists have proposed a new theory about Stonehenge’s purpose.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
24 Dec. 2024 -
India proposed in July to abolish its 2 percent equalization levy.—
Tax Notes Staff,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Thus, suggested remedies by the AI might be based on myths and completely unverified sources.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Some Chinese defense scholars have suggested that the PLA must devolve decision-making power down the chain of command in order to take full advantage of emerging technologies.—
Sam Bresnick,
Foreign Affairs,
31 Dec. 2024
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“Propounded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propounded. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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