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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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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
Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
The only thing Nebraska truly offered was more money, more prestige and more emotional gravity.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026
Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
For example, Miami’s offer -- thought to include Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, its two available first-round draft picks and more -- could add a third first-round pick by this summer.
—Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026
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Verb
Although men’s brands participating in New York Fashion Week were few and far between, the designers who were part of the conversation offered up some new takes on the heritage trend.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
The only thing Nebraska truly offered was more money, more prestige and more emotional gravity.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026
Noun
Sure enough, Treutelaar’s ability to get downfield to make a tackle is something Coombs referenced in talks that led to the offer.
—Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
For example, Miami’s offer -- thought to include Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, its two available first-round draft picks and more -- could add a third first-round pick by this summer.
—Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for offer
Verb
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Meanwhile, Ishii said the council is focused on filling the five Police Accountability Board vacancies and finding Aguilar’s replacement, finalizing the board’s regulations, giving both oversight entities the necessary tools to succeed and restoring belief in the oversight process.—
Sierra Lopez,
Mercury News,
11 Feb. 2026
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McVay said the team would give the players time to digest the season and decide what might be next.—
Gary Klein,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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The White House did not address whether Tuesday’s vote would lead to Trump relying more heavily on executive action — something the president himself seemed to suggest during his interview with Kudlow.—
Naomi Lim,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Feb. 2026
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The ballot measure advanced on Tuesday suggests a temporary 2% increase to the city’s 14% transient occupancy tax — often called a bed or hotel tax — dropping to a permanent post-Games 1% increase starting in 2029.—
Sandra McDonald,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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This balance of fine dining and homestyle hospitality continues with familiar dishes presented in modern and elegant ways.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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Artificial intelligence is frequently presented as a solution to some of society’s most complex challenges.—
Heather Madden,
Boston Herald,
11 Feb. 2026
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Ultimately, seeking and receiving treatment can be difficult for athletes because athletes face sacrificing time away from their sport, which is often their livelihood.—
Emily Hemendinger,
The Conversation,
13 Feb. 2026
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The Japanese rider packed multiple four-rotation tricks into a single run, including the triple-flip aerial that electrified the crowd, executing them in different directions down the pipe without sacrificing height.—
Rick Maese,
Washington Post,
13 Feb. 2026
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Continue reading … LOGGED OFF – Harris mocked for 'cringe' social media rebrand attempt after failed White House bid.—
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FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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Cruelest of all was his final attempt of regulation, a catch-and-shoot prayer from way downtown after Denver advanced the ball with less than a second left.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
5 Feb. 2026
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Trump has addressed the home affordability issue more frequently in recent months and introduced a series of proposals aimed at easing the problem.—
Samantha Delouya,
CNN Money,
8 Feb. 2026
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Hochul’s proposal would codify letting PAs do almost everything a physician does, including diagnose, without review.—
Betsy McCaughey,
Boston Herald,
8 Feb. 2026
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If a friend proposes an in-person meet-up or online project, choose the setting that matches your pace, then share an idea of your own.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
10 Feb. 2026
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Three sites have been proposed with all kinds of impressive incentives.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
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The launcher carries six 300 mm rockets and is operated by a small crew working from within an armored cabin designed to protect against shrapnel and small-arms fire, according to reports.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Feb. 2026
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Of his goals, the strike just outside the box away to Inter carried the most threat.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Offer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/offer. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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