1
as in to give
to put before another for acceptance or consideration
I offered my boss an alternative to the original plan, which would have required me to work overtime
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2
as in to suggest
to set before the mind for consideration
offered the idea of a vacation at a beach resort in the Caribbean
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3
as in to present
to bring before the public in performance or exhibition
a summer theater offering a full schedule of musicals to the vacationing public
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as in attempt
an effort to do or accomplish something
made the usual halfhearted offer to grab the check before his dinner companion could
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2
as in proposal
something which is presented for consideration
a job offer that I couldn't refuse
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Recent Examples of offer
Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 5 June 2025
Disney has expanded its content supply deal with Bell Media in Canada to offer a new streaming bundle that includes Disney+, Crave and TSN, starting later this year.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 5 June 2025
Ryley Amond, CNBC, 5 June 2025
This offer is valid for dine-in, carry-out, app/online and delivery orders at participating locations.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 June 2025
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Verb
Per a release announcing the program, the partners recognizing their need for highly skilled animators, decided to work with Rhinoceros to offer the cross-border program.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 5 June 2025
Disney has expanded its content supply deal with Bell Media in Canada to offer a new streaming bundle that includes Disney+, Crave and TSN, starting later this year.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 5 June 2025
Noun
Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers.
—Ryley Amond, CNBC, 5 June 2025
This offer is valid for dine-in, carry-out, app/online and delivery orders at participating locations.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for offer
Verb
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But there are few substitutes for availability, and no player has given more to Spurs this season than Porro.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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The former monk also gave specific advice on how to hone in on what's important in life.—
Melody Chiu,
People.com,
27 May 2025
Verb
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Those changes have previously been suggested by the RTA.—
Talia Soglin,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2025
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Though, in the past, Lee has made comments critical of past U.S. foreign policy and appeared to suggest South Korea’s strategic neutrality in the great power rivalry between Washington and Beijing, in this campaign Lee has reaffirmed his support behind the U.S.-South Korea alliance.—
Jong Eun Lee,
The Conversation,
29 May 2025
Verb
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The adaptation presented significant challenges, as Harper’s novel contained limited material for a six-episode format.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
5 June 2025
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On Tuesday, however, Glasnow presented a more optimistic version of events.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2025
Verb
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There are quick edits for energy, but dance is not sacrificed.—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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During the match, Riddle added a sheer trenchcoat over her dress for warmth without sacrificing her style.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
27 May 2025
Noun
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The 15-year-old competitive swimmer from Angleton, Texas, went through aggressive chemo and radiation in an attempt to shrink the avocado-sized tumor.—
Wendy Grossman Kantor,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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They are each infused with years of writing and editing in an earnest attempt, in each case, to win you over.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 June 2025
Noun
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The proposal is set for a final City Council discussion on June 10.—
Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
7 June 2025
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The proposal now heads to the Senate, where modifications are possible before the legislation reaches Trump's desk.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
Verb
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The goal for the ordinance is to limit the out-of-pocket fees for potential renters when applying to rental properties, according to Councilwoman Sarah Moore, who first proposed the ordinance to the City Council at its March 4 meeting.—
Grace Hurt,
Arkansas Online,
28 May 2025
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Last year, Altman proposed yet another restructure—one which would dilute the board’s control and allow more profits to flow to shareholders.—
Billy Perrigo,
Time,
27 May 2025
Verb
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Grand theft is a felony that can carry a prison sentence of up to 14 years.—
Ashley Fredde,
Idaho Statesman,
30 May 2025
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Previous studies have indicated that pure-breed cats are more likely to carry the long-type gene. Of the cats in the study, many of the mixed breed felines were former strays, suggesting that rescue cats may be more vocal.—
Ian Randall,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
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“Offer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/offer. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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