proposal
noun
pro·pos·al
prə-ˈpō-zəl 
1
: an act of putting forward or stating something for consideration
2
a
: something proposed : suggestion
b
: offer
specifically
: an offer of marriage
Examples of proposal in a Sentence
Everyone thought the proposal made sense.
The committee is reviewing the proposal for the new restaurant.
They put forth a proposal to sell the company.
These problems have led to the proposal of a new law.
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The new restaurants were chosen after a public solicitation for proposals.
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Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 2 Jan. 2026
The selection follows a competitive review of proposals from micromobility companies and comes as the city prepares to enforce stricter rules aimed at improving safety and reducing sidewalk clutter.
—Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 2 Jan. 2026
Stakeholders acknowledged that the proposals were complex and some arrived late, requiring more development.
—Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 2 Jan. 2026
At the same time, Wilson submitted a non-binding proposal calling for the board to immediately declassify so that all directors are elected annually by shareholders.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 2 Jan. 2026
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Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 2 Jan. 2026
The selection follows a competitive review of proposals from micromobility companies and comes as the city prepares to enforce stricter rules aimed at improving safety and reducing sidewalk clutter.
—Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 2 Jan. 2026
Stakeholders acknowledged that the proposals were complex and some arrived late, requiring more development.
—Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 2 Jan. 2026
At the same time, Wilson submitted a non-binding proposal calling for the board to immediately declassify so that all directors are elected annually by shareholders.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 2 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for proposal
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“Proposal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/proposal. Accessed 4 Jan. 2026.
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proposal
noun
pro·pos·al
prə-ˈpō-zəl
1
: a stating or putting forward something for consideration
2
a
: something proposed : suggestion
b
: an offer of marriage
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