as in proposes
to set before the mind for consideration
let us propound the question whether mercy killing should ever be an option
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What’s worse, the report proposes to geo-fence them to insulate them from newcomers.—
M. Rajshekhar,
Time,
11 Sep. 2025 -
Rheinmetall proposes an even more sophisticated anti-drone round for Skyranger called AHEAD which will be over $1,000 a shot.—
David Hambling,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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As far as use goes, the brand suggests cleansing as usual before using the bar as a second cleanse to kill the acne-causing oils and bacteria and offer deeper exfoliation.—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Our analysis suggests that a favorable outcome is probable, albeit one that may require investors and clients to adopt a long-term perspective.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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In the snap, Robert poses outside a trailer alongside his mom, Terri, Bindi, Bindi's husband, Chandler Powell, and their daughter, Grace.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
19 Sep. 2025
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Applying the same to retail traders, however, stretches the rule beyond its intent and poses more of a misclassification risk than a clear obligation.—
Robert Green,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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“Propounds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propounds. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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