1
as in to give
to put before another for acceptance or consideration
I offered my boss an alternative to the original plan, which would have required me to work overtime
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2
as in to suggest
to set before the mind for consideration
offered the idea of a vacation at a beach resort in the Caribbean
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as in to present
to bring before the public in performance or exhibition
a summer theater offering a full schedule of musicals to the vacationing public
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as in attempt
an effort to do or accomplish something
made the usual halfhearted offer to grab the check before his dinner companion could
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as in proposal
something which is presented for consideration
a job offer that I couldn't refuse
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Recent Examples of offer
Meehika Barua, HubSpot, 18 Apr. 2025
The platform, which launched in 2015, offers users the option to chat with each other via chat rooms or direct messaging.
—Miranda Nazzaro, The Hill, 18 Apr. 2025
Mark Holgate, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2025
At the wedding, the two journalists announced some breaking news: the bride got a new job offer and her last day at the station in Chattanooga is April 28.
—Wendy Grossman Kantor, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025
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Around the same time, Canada began offering visas to those who invested $150k in an investment fund.
—Meehika Barua, HubSpot, 18 Apr. 2025
The platform, which launched in 2015, offers users the option to chat with each other via chat rooms or direct messaging.
—Miranda Nazzaro, The Hill, 18 Apr. 2025
Noun
Kelvin, who arrived at Printemps after years at Barneys, Gucci, and Tiffany, guides customers through the fashion on offer.
—Mark Holgate, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2025
At the wedding, the two journalists announced some breaking news: the bride got a new job offer and her last day at the station in Chattanooga is April 28.
—Wendy Grossman Kantor, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for offer
Verb
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Despite that, a growing number of companies do so voluntarily because the information gives them a leg up in the business world.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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McIntyre, though upset over his lack of presence in the world title picture, wanted fans to give his feud with a Priest a chance before writing it off.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Several economic indicators suggest a potential recession, including declining stock prices and weakening consumer sentiment.—
Russ Wiles,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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Initial evidence suggests the practice may support the immune system, boost mood, improve circulation, decrease inflammation, relieve pain, and increase muscle recovery, though much more research is necessary to support these findings.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
23 Apr. 2025
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Her dancers were all gay, and this enabled her, as a pop star, to present herself in a new kind of pas de deux with masculinity.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
18 Apr. 2025
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Besides properties of historic interest, the Charlotte History Museum is presenting a few other awards, as well.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
18 Apr. 2025
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The second phrase denoted the idea that a non-Western country could adopt some of the frameworks of Western modernity—such as particular kinds of military technology or constitutional and legal reforms—without sacrificing its authentic cultural self.—
RANA MITTER,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
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These Steve Madden platform sneakers feature thick, cushioned soles that provide extra height without sacrificing comfort.—
Jené Luciani Sena,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Automakers could be compensated for previous tariff payments as Trump attempts to pull back on fierce tariffs.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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But many of those attempts are facing legal challenges that have delayed or reversed firings.—
John Kelly, Nancy Cordes,
CBS News,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Lancaster residents have become accustomed to a mayor with proposals that are often grand, and sometimes quixotic.—
Jessica Garrison,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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While middle-class rates would remain the same, the proposal calls for the top rate for the state income tax to increase to 7.99%, up from the current 6.99%, for couples earning more than $1 million per year and individuals earning more than $500,000 per year.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
20 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Antitrust enforcers have proposed far-reaching measures designed to quickly open the search market and give new competitors a leg up.—
Jody Godoy,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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One thing is for sure: If the mayor proposes new reductions to the controller’s office, Mejia will make sure the public knows about it.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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Emma had on a high-visibility vest over a short puffer jacket and was carrying a cardboard tube.—
Anna Russell,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2025
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Loading media onto the watch, even basic offline maps, is such a hassle that even Apple has resigned itself to the fact that most people will end up carrying their phone instead.—
Adrienne So,
Wired News,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Offer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/offer. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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