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as in hypotheses
an idea that is the starting point for making a case or conducting an investigation
started the discussion with the simple proposition that no one ever does anything out of pure altruism
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as in proposals
something which is presented for consideration
a neighbor with a business proposition to tell us about
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Recent Examples of propositions
Wellness brands — especially in the premium and luxury space — must redefine their value propositions for HNWIs and aspirational consumers.
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Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2025
One source with knowledge of the deal says the process is about bringing the two different streaming propositions as close together in video quality and user experience as possible.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 12 Oct. 2025
Avondale asks voters for $128 million Avondale voters face two general obligation bond propositions amounting to $128 million.
—Maritza Dominguez, AZCentral.com, 4 Oct. 2025
That breakthrough arrangement made both some of the hottest propositions in Latin America’s cable market while also firing up subs for SVOD operator Netflix.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 30 Sep. 2025
Some of the hottest rappers of 2018 are barely even mainstream propositions in 2025; Cardi certainly doesn’t have that problem and probably won’t for some time.
—Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 30 Sep. 2025
Full elections incorporate a multipage ballot with not only all the candidates and positions for one to select but multitudes of special propositions, new laws and extra items to vote on.
—Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 22 Sep. 2025
The projection also takes economic uncertainty into consideration, and Verdon writes that retailers should use this opportunity to emphasize their value propositions.
—Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
There are value propositions on so many of us.
—Carmen Rios, Flow Space, 5 Sep. 2025
Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2025
One source with knowledge of the deal says the process is about bringing the two different streaming propositions as close together in video quality and user experience as possible.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 12 Oct. 2025
Avondale asks voters for $128 million Avondale voters face two general obligation bond propositions amounting to $128 million.
—Maritza Dominguez, AZCentral.com, 4 Oct. 2025
That breakthrough arrangement made both some of the hottest propositions in Latin America’s cable market while also firing up subs for SVOD operator Netflix.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 30 Sep. 2025
Some of the hottest rappers of 2018 are barely even mainstream propositions in 2025; Cardi certainly doesn’t have that problem and probably won’t for some time.
—Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 30 Sep. 2025
Full elections incorporate a multipage ballot with not only all the candidates and positions for one to select but multitudes of special propositions, new laws and extra items to vote on.
—Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 22 Sep. 2025
The projection also takes economic uncertainty into consideration, and Verdon writes that retailers should use this opportunity to emphasize their value propositions.
—Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
There are value propositions on so many of us.
—Carmen Rios, Flow Space, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for propositions
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Halfway between Australia and Hawaii, Nikumaroro plays a key role in one of two rival hypotheses that seek to explain what happened to the famed aviator Amelia Earhart and her navigator, Fred Noonan, who went missing in 1937 while attempting to fly around the world.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
28 Oct. 2025
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But Jamey VanVliet, special agent in charge at the Nashville ATF office, did not say what those hypotheses were.—
Kirsten Fiscus,
Nashville Tennessean,
24 Oct. 2025
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Taken together, these proposals show that Ohio's effort is part of a larger national movement to define where technology ends and legal personhood begins.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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Meeting agendas, which list proposals for council consideration, are publicly available on city websites at least 24 hours in advance.—
Shawn Raymundo,
AZCentral.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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Research into ancient and Indigenous traditions about nature can turn up precursors of modern scientific discoveries and theories.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Oct. 2025
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The connection between the two cases lies in his approach and the use of controversial theories involving rituals and hidden motivations, which drew significant criticism of his conduct as a prosecutor.—
Isadora Wandermurem,
Time,
22 Oct. 2025
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Atienza took the post down and withdrew from social media for a time but hit back in subsequent posts at suggestions that her family’s wealth derived from its political connections on her father’s side.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
24 Oct. 2025
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Any of Morocco’s front three could have featured here; all credible suggestions for player of the tournament.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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Anyone failing to comply could face a misdemeanor and a $100 fine, and will be asked to leave the premises.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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Ensure your home is securely locked when vacating the premises.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Propositions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propositions. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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