propose
Example Sentences
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I already had a relationship with Columbia River as a yoga teacher, so I felt comfortable reaching out to the superintendent to propose it.
From Slate • May 27, 2026
The law made congressional approval of states of emergency mandatory, and also gave lawmakers the right to propose amendments to prevent abuses.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
“I was too chicken to propose that,” said SpaceX rocket engineer Mark Juncosa, according to Isaacson’s 2023 book.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
The authors propose a more individualized approach centered on prevention, functional analysis, and precision intervention.
From Science Daily • May 22, 2026
“Of course they will, they are used to it now. Do it this minute, sir!” commanded Jo, fearing he might propose a proxy.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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Vocabulary lists containing propose
Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
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The SAT: Language of the Test, List 5
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The Language of Standardized Tests, List 3
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