proposition

Example Sentences

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County lawyers have long viewed the $4-billion settlement as a good deal, arguing that taking the cases to trial would be a bankrupting proposition.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026

That’s an intriguing proposition, but the first two seasons fell a bit flat.

From Slate • Jun. 22, 2026

A democracy rests upon the basic proposition of one person, one vote, and that members of a society should be able to determine their leaders and government.

From Salon • Jun. 20, 2026

Other anti-immigrant parties will be watching to see how much the population cap proposition resonated with voters—and how they can adapt the talking points to their own countries, Favero adds.

From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026

Some scientists who are willing to concede the potent effect of environmental radiation on man nevertheless question whether mutagenic chemicals can, as a practical proposition, have the same effect.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson