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as in suggests
to set before the mind for consideration
he proposed that we go for a walk this afternoon
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as in intends
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 proposes
The district proposes to use bond money to consolidate certain elementary schools, but more widespread consolidation and closures are in the district’s future, despite the outcome of the election, district officials have said.
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Kendrick Calfee
february 13, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
Continue reading … FRAUD FEARS — Minnesota governor proposes relief fund as Republicans warn of fraud risk.
—FOXNews.com, 13 Feb. 2026
When that video goes viral, Zaf, also a former rugby player in need of good PR, proposes a fake relationship.
—Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
The fiscal note in the bill proposes using $5 million in one-time, existing state funding.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 13 Feb. 2026
Alliant Communities proposes 345 fully affordable units aimed at low-income residents, including some of the city’s lowest earners, with rents geared toward individuals earning roughly $41,000 to $110,000 annually.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 11 Feb. 2026
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
Raffensperger proposes a new state law letting his office order fraudsters to directly repay investors.
—CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
The governor proposes a balanced budget, and the General Assembly scrutinizes every line.
—J.b. Jennings, Baltimore Sun, 5 Feb. 2026
Kendrick Calfee
february 13, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
Continue reading … FRAUD FEARS — Minnesota governor proposes relief fund as Republicans warn of fraud risk.
—FOXNews.com, 13 Feb. 2026
When that video goes viral, Zaf, also a former rugby player in need of good PR, proposes a fake relationship.
—Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
The fiscal note in the bill proposes using $5 million in one-time, existing state funding.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 13 Feb. 2026
Alliant Communities proposes 345 fully affordable units aimed at low-income residents, including some of the city’s lowest earners, with rents geared toward individuals earning roughly $41,000 to $110,000 annually.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 11 Feb. 2026
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
Raffensperger proposes a new state law letting his office order fraudsters to directly repay investors.
—CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
The governor proposes a balanced budget, and the General Assembly scrutinizes every line.
—J.b. Jennings, Baltimore Sun, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proposes
Verb
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Her work and seniority suggests that she should have been made a partner a while back.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
13 Feb. 2026
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But Queen at Sea quickly reveals itself to be stranger and more unsettling than its surface suggests.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Feb. 2026
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He’s best known for breaking up that colossus, which is spurring speculation that PayPal’s board intends to sell off segments of the firm’s business.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
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Berryman plans to use her share to buy a house, and her brother intends to pay off his car, officials said.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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This work offers a new platform for designing efficient photo-electrocatalysts and advancing next-generation solar–electrochemical energy conversion systems.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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The Rhode Island Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.—
Staff Reports,
The Providence Journal,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The audio-first company, which is owned by the Graham family — the Post’s owners before Bezos — plans to introduce original reporting, and will pick up some local beats, including sports and metro coverage.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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Employer plans to hire were also at the lowest since 2009, the tail end of the Great Recession, when the jobless rate hovered near double digits, Challenger said.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Bravo said that as artificial intelligence poses a threat to software companies on a technical basis, domain experience becomes more valuable.—
Lola Murti,
CNBC,
11 Feb. 2026
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Meg Ryan strips down to her bra and also poses in a sequined dress and statement jewelry for a new photoshoot.—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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As the Colorado General Assembly contemplates legislation concerning AI, legislators need to tread cautiously.—
Krista Kafer,
Denver Post,
25 Jan. 2026
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Heeseung contemplates the question, before answering.—
Jae-Ha Kim,
Rolling Stone,
19 Jan. 2026
Verb
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If possible, Sokolowski recommends leaving them hanging outside to dry in natural sunshine.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
7 Feb. 2026
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Toner recommends only using ashes that are fully burned and completely cool.—
Asia London Palomba,
The Spruce,
7 Feb. 2026
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With initial tests scheduled by the end of 2026, the partnership aims to achieve operational functionality in the first two years, followed by further development and expansion.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Feb. 2026
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This audit aims to do just that, said Jared Rodriguez, executive director of the Childcare Providers Association of Michigan, a child care industry trade group that's spearheading the audit.—
Beki San Martin,
Freep.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Proposes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proposes. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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