The scientists proposed a new theory.
The mayor proposed a plan for a new bridge.
Several senators have proposed raising the tax.
I propose that we revise the bylaws.
They propose to buy a new house.
How do you propose solving this problem?
The chairman proposed the young executive as a candidate for promotion.
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The geologist Charles Lyell proposed that the very ground beneath mankindβs feet had been reshaped countless times before the beginning of human history and was even now in a state of flux.βπ Image Kathryn Hughes, The New York Review of Books, 4 Apr. 2026 The budget also proposes a 10%, or $73 billion cut, in non-defense spending compared to 2026 levels.βπ Image Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026 Bahrain, supported by Jordan and Arab Gulf states, is proposing a United Nations Security Council resolution aimed at helping re-open Hormuz, according to the UAE.βπ Image Arsalan Shahla, Fortune, 4 Apr. 2026 But the district has proposed moving the office staff at Arthur Ashe to other schools and expanding the technical college.βπ Image Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for propose
Word History
Etymology
Middle English, from Anglo-French purposer, proposer, from Latin proponere (perfect indicative proposui) β more at propound
