1
as in to suggest
to set before the mind for consideration
he proposed that we go for a walk this afternoon
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2
as in to plan
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
we propose to buy a new house within the next year
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Recent Examples of propose
Martin Ritchey testified in favor of HB 3022 when it was proposed in 2019.
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Bayliss Wagner, Austin American Statesman, 25 July 2025
Fans watched the couple go from puppy love to the real deal when Cory proposed during the show’s May 1998 season 5 finale.
—Angela Andaloro, People.com, 25 July 2025
In addition to full business expensing, expect some state lawmakers to propose emulating OBBBA’s $25,000 tax deduction for tips and overtime pay by providing a similar state deduction.
—Patrick Gleason, Denver Post, 25 July 2025
The company met in person with Office of the President and Vice President and the Controller’s Office to propose a full transfer of the factory.
—Arlyssa D. Becenti, AZCentral.com, 25 July 2025
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Bayliss Wagner, Austin American Statesman, 25 July 2025
Fans watched the couple go from puppy love to the real deal when Cory proposed during the show’s May 1998 season 5 finale.
—Angela Andaloro, People.com, 25 July 2025
In addition to full business expensing, expect some state lawmakers to propose emulating OBBBA’s $25,000 tax deduction for tips and overtime pay by providing a similar state deduction.
—Patrick Gleason, Denver Post, 25 July 2025
The company met in person with Office of the President and Vice President and the Controller’s Office to propose a full transfer of the factory.
—Arlyssa D. Becenti, AZCentral.com, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for propose
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The research suggests that to consume or to dream of consuming creates illusions of belonging to a different social class.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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But reporting in recent days suggests that the administration is softening its tone on FEMA even further, at least for the moment.—
Zoë Schlanger,
The Atlantic,
15 July 2025
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The school plans to kick off the upcoming high school football season with the new seating, which replaced crumbling concrete bleachers that were estimated at roughly 50 years old.—
Katie Nixon,
The Tennessean,
25 July 2025
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At a July 23 capital improvements committee meeting, questions were raised about why a report from the county's facilities planning steering committee recommended projects tied to maintenance and repairs at senior facilities be put on hold or not recommended at all for the 2026 budget.—
Vanessa Swales,
jsonline.com,
25 July 2025
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Nine days after the meeting in Lisbon between Rashford representatives and Barcelona, the player was posing with an Aston Villa shirt after agreeing a six-month loan to the Premier League club.—
Pol Ballus,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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One of my earliest memories is standing in the living room of a small house in Garden City, Michigan, mimicking Hulk Hogan’s pose down to my laughing parents.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
25 July 2025
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According to Renaissance Capital, cornerstone investors intend to purchase 20% of the shares in the offering.—
Beck Andrew Salgado,
Austin American Statesman,
23 July 2025
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Tuesday’s hearing is intended to determine what lessons could be learned from the investigation, what changes are necessary to make the system better and what challenges lie ahead.—
Jen Christensen,
CNN Money,
22 July 2025
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Levine Cava is reportedly contemplating $25 million in savings from the Parks budget, but the details aren’t known.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
11 July 2025
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The question of how to deal with the fracturing has scientists contemplating the best course of action.—
Jack Knudson,
Discover Magazine,
11 July 2025
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Vashti Trujillo was hoping to get a master's degree.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
14 July 2025
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Paribatra Na Ayudhya hopes his generation can be the one to ensure their survival.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Israel and Hamas are engaged in indirect talks in Doha aimed at reaching a 60-day truce and hostage deal, although there has been no sign of breakthrough.—
Nidal al-Mughrabi,
USA Today,
20 July 2025
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The Arizona Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
19 July 2025
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Geisler recommends giving people the opportunity to try things themselves, to find solutions, to grow on their own.—
jsonline.com,
jsonline.com,
23 July 2025
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How to try 'Stranger Things' cookies early The brand launched a cookie presale on July 21 for early access.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
23 July 2025
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“Propose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propose. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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