- present participle of propose.
proposing
Example Sentences
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Finally, someone is proposing something new to take its place.
From Salon ● Sep. 24, 2026
We were not asking for a discount or proposing any kind of under-the-table deal.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 24, 2026
Department spokesperson Amy MacPherson said officials are also proposing new regulations that would increase fines for violations that affect people’s health.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2026
The latest of wave of cuts was announced in June proposing to close 187 posts, however that figure fell to 154 job losses by August.
From BBC ● Sep. 21, 2026
“So what I’m proposing en’t easy. And I need your agreement I’m proposing that we send a band of fighters up north to rescue them kids and bring ’em back alive.
From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman
