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
When Elvira proposed the idea of opening a restaurant, the whole family was on board.
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Violet Bucaro, AZCentral.com, 13 July 2025
Films that decolonize the gaze and propose new paradigms, because the old ones justify colonial narratives and systems of exclusion, whose consequences are bodies silenced, erased, and disappeared into the void of war — never to return.
—Rance Collins, IndieWire, 12 July 2025
The latest motion comes following Baldoni’s attorney, Bryan Freedman, proposing in May that Lively’s deposition should take place at MSG.
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 12 July 2025
Preston met Travolta at a screen test for their 1989 comedy, The Experts, while Preston was still married to Gage.
On New Year's Eve 1991, Travolta got down on one knee inside the Palace Hotel restaurant in Gstaad, Switzerland, and proposed with a six-carat yellow-and-white diamond ring.
—Kate Hogan, People.com, 12 July 2025
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Violet Bucaro, AZCentral.com, 13 July 2025
Films that decolonize the gaze and propose new paradigms, because the old ones justify colonial narratives and systems of exclusion, whose consequences are bodies silenced, erased, and disappeared into the void of war — never to return.
—Rance Collins, IndieWire, 12 July 2025
The latest motion comes following Baldoni’s attorney, Bryan Freedman, proposing in May that Lively’s deposition should take place at MSG.
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 12 July 2025
Preston met Travolta at a screen test for their 1989 comedy, The Experts, while Preston was still married to Gage.
On New Year's Eve 1991, Travolta got down on one knee inside the Palace Hotel restaurant in Gstaad, Switzerland, and proposed with a six-carat yellow-and-white diamond ring.
—Kate Hogan, People.com, 12 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for propose
Verb
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But only $2 million is being allocated to nutrition, an amount experts suggest is inadequate.—
Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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UPenn also released a statement acknowledging the agreement, and suggested changes to its swimming records will be made.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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Sadly for some, this signals the end for Zigbee support, as Ikea plans to replace its Zigbee gadgets with Matter devices.—
Julian Chokkattu,
Wired News,
12 July 2025
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After severe weather cancellations on Friday, Harley Davidson Homecoming events are expected to continue as planned on July 12th.—
Kylie Volavongsa,
jsonline.com,
12 July 2025
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The cast posed with their new award, joined by the show's producer — and Tori's father — Aaron Spelling.—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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Alcaraz was out on Court 14 before the match kicking balls, signing autographs and posing for selfies with fans.—
Adam Zagoria,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Every one of his 70-odd dishes is intended to complement drink, not the other way around.—
Derek Sandhaus,
Saveur,
10 July 2025
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However, Hwang never intended that to be the message.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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While Leslie’s book is largely about Lennon, McCartney and their fruitful collaborations, contemplate what George Harrison became.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Wright decided to come out after contemplating suicide in 2006.—
Jeff Nelson,
People.com,
30 June 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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Sources close to Paramount told THR the studio remains in negotiations and hopes to have the show back on Paramount+ soon.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
14 July 2025
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Hosted by Centro San Antonio, the event aims to bring the city together in solidarity with families and residents affected by the disaster.—
Robbie Farias,
Austin American Statesman,
8 July 2025
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His work as The Arizona Republic’s consumer travel reporter aims to help readers navigate the stresses of traveling and get the best value for their money on their vacations.—
Michael Salerno,
AZCentral.com,
8 July 2025
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Ruby Rodriguez, 62, of California, was charged with trespassing in December after trying to gain access to the club.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
11 July 2025
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And everyone in the NHL is trying to get bigger and meaner because the Panthers keeping winning.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
10 July 2025
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“Propose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propose. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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