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propounding

verb

present participle of propound

as in proposing

to set before the mind for consideration let us propound the question whether mercy killing should ever be an option

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Recent Examples of propounding Transcripts show that Daniel and Meta AI propounding on theories about extraterrestrial life, with Meta AI supporting and building on Daniel’s alien theories. — Maggie Harrison Dupré, Futurism, 15 Jan. 2026

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The proposal also lays out a set of lighter guidelines for battery energy storage centers, proposing a 100-foot distance from schools, houses, hospitals and the like, along with similar restrictions on lighting and noise.

— Ilana Arougheti July 14, Kansas City Star, 14 July 2026
In this case, after proposing the rule in December and receiving more than 30,000 comments, the administration is abandoning the rule.

— Selena Simmons-Duffin, NPR, 13 July 2026

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For lipedema, Power Plate points to research suggesting whole-body vibration boosts lymphatic flow, which may liquefy and drain stubborn lymph fluid, relieve swelling and ease chronic pain.

— Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026
No Bentley or Lamborghini models are mentioned in the story, suggesting that the luxury marque and supercar maker may not be affected by the new strategy.

— Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 14 July 2026

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With housing costs posing a significant barrier to the accessibility of four-year universities, the bill provides $350 million for the construction of new affordable student housing projects.

— Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2026
But, experts say those exceptions have been used as a defense in situations where a person was not posing the same level of threat.

— ABC News, ABC News, 14 July 2026

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Wearing shoes versus going barefoot is a personal call, with each offering different trade-offs between stability and muscle activation.

— Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026
His past medical reports have been criticized for offering limited detail and including statistics that some health professionals have viewed with skepticism.

— ABC News, ABC News, 14 July 2026

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