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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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
The chief of the European Union’s executive proposed an $841 billion plan to bolster defenses of EU nations and provide Ukraine with military muscle.
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Samya Kullab, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2025
The tariffs were first proposed in early February and then delayed for 30 days on Mexican and Canadian imports in response to concessions from the two nations on immigration issues.
—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2025
Many of the state bills to ease residency requirements have been based on model legislation from the Cicero Institute, a conservative think tank that sent representatives to testify to legislatures after proposing such programs in 2020.
—Arielle Zionts, NPR, 3 Mar. 2025
Sheinbaum is now proposing reforms to constitutional articles 39 and 40, which focus on Mexico’s independence and sovereignty.
—Abel Alvarado, CNN, 20 Feb. 2025
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Samya Kullab, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2025
The tariffs were first proposed in early February and then delayed for 30 days on Mexican and Canadian imports in response to concessions from the two nations on immigration issues.
—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2025
Many of the state bills to ease residency requirements have been based on model legislation from the Cicero Institute, a conservative think tank that sent representatives to testify to legislatures after proposing such programs in 2020.
—Arielle Zionts, NPR, 3 Mar. 2025
Sheinbaum is now proposing reforms to constitutional articles 39 and 40, which focus on Mexico’s independence and sovereignty.
—Abel Alvarado, CNN, 20 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for propose
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Early counters his assertion, suggesting that Unique’s brother, Ronnie (Grantham Coleman), may not have acted alone.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
6 Mar. 2025
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Staff suggest private dining room seating to families if available, or seat them at tables slightly removed from the rest of the dining room with easy restroom access.—
Maggie Hennessy,
Bon Appétit,
6 Mar. 2025
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These are all important features for anyone who plans to spend hours walking, standing, or running.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Mar. 2025
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After the trial period ends, Hulu plans start at $9.99 for the with-ads plan.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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Their members pose a danger to the public and law enforcement.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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Emma Stone is also spotted talking to Blackpink member Lisa and posing for a photo together.—
Brian Truitt,
USA TODAY,
3 Mar. 2025
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Cameras are intended to be used by homeowners to keep their houses safe.—
Sophie Clark,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
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There is also a yoke instead of a steering wheel, part of the car’s steer-by-wire system, which is intended to improve maneuverability by varying the car’s steering response at different speeds.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
12 Mar. 2025
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With America out of the picture, Europe is beginning to contemplate moves that would have been unimaginable mere months ago.—
Russel Honoré,
Newsweek,
5 Mar. 2025
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Such theoretical impairments would be concerning in any context—but especially when contemplating a person who has achieved enough power to be unironically described as co-president of the United States.—
Shayla Love,
The Atlantic,
5 Mar. 2025
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The dessert makers are hoping to have another record-breaking year.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
5 Mar. 2025
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Preservation Chicago is hoping a new congregation might move in and restore the church, or the building could be repurposed as a community center, among other potential adaptive reuses.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2025
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Our initiatives include counseling services, tailored programs to support disadvantaged students and prevent academic setbacks, career exploration opportunities and other efforts aimed at enhancing student motivation and overall learning outcomes.—
Jack Chen,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Avery Lotz 2 hours ago - Politics & Policy Supreme Court will hear challenge to Colorado conversion therapy ban The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to hear a challenge to Colorado's law banning conversion therapy aimed at young people.—
Ina Fried,
Axios,
10 Mar. 2025
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When Gordon tried to go on the outside, Quansah was able to block his cross.—
Andy Jones,
The Athletic,
13 Mar. 2025
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After learning that his client Hector (Kamar de los Reyes) is the vigilante known as White Tiger, Matt (Charlie Cox) has his hands full trying to keep the secret and still prepare his defense.—
Proma Khosla,
IndieWire,
12 Mar. 2025
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“Propose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propose. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.
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