propose marriage
Example Sentences
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People went there to have picnics, propose marriage, scatter ashes and to seek solace during lockdown.
From BBC • Jul. 14, 2025
After spending a few weeks together working on a project with their families in tow, Ludden would propose marriage to White rather than say "hello."
From Fox News • Jan. 1, 2022
Lawrence, a lineage Alvarez would say compelled him to propose marriage.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 24, 2019
That was the spark that finally pushed John, after five years of friendship, to propose marriage.
From Washington Post • May 24, 2019
The squire added, “They’re each scheming to make the prince propose marriage on the spot.”
From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine
