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 proposal reportedly attracted interest in Caracas but clashed with Rubio’s diplomatic approach, spurring confusion among officials in both countries.
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Miami Herald, 13 July 2025
In February 2024, Tripadvisor announced the formation of a special committee to evaluate proposals for potential transactions.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 12 July 2025
In a city where so many big plans have gone so badly for 30 years, San Diego residents shouldn’t just be wary when another bold proposal comes along — they should be terrified.
—U T Editorial Board, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2025
Atrium proposals Under the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Hospital Authority, Atrium Health submitted two proposals for projects.
—Chase Jordan
july 11, Charlotte Observer, 11 July 2025
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Miami Herald, 13 July 2025
In February 2024, Tripadvisor announced the formation of a special committee to evaluate proposals for potential transactions.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 12 July 2025
In a city where so many big plans have gone so badly for 30 years, San Diego residents shouldn’t just be wary when another bold proposal comes along — they should be terrified.
—U T Editorial Board, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2025
Atrium proposals Under the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Hospital Authority, Atrium Health submitted two proposals for projects.
—Chase Jordan
july 11, Charlotte Observer, 11 July 2025
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“Proposal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/proposal. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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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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