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proposition

[prop-uh-zish-uhn] / ˌprɒp əˈzɪʃ ən /




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For hundreds of thousands of Indians, merchant shipping jobs are a lucrative proposition despite the inherent risks.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

“We delivered a strong first quarter as our value proposition continued to resonate with members across our clubs and at our gas stations,” said CEO Bob Eddy.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

“The onus is definitely on NextEra to show the value proposition and what’s in it for rate payers, and that’s important,” Bartlett said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

“We believe that the value proposition is going to continue to sell our program.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

"Not funny. Listen, my proposition is that if you back off this Tiny Dancer business, I will—well, what do you want me to do? Because I'll do anything."

From "Will Grayson, Will Grayson" by John Green and David Levithan




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