proposition

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I think it also underscores what seems to me like it should be a pretty uncontroversial proposition, which is that the products of governing are ultimately the public’s.

From Slate • Apr. 9, 2026

For many consumers, celebrating Easter has become an increasingly expensive proposition.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

Ultimately, though, Galsworthy’s question is much simpler than such a heady proposition.

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026

"You were able to create a service proposition that couldn't be matched by carriers in more traditional markets, whether that be the USA, Europe or Australasia."

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

The answer is that negation is easy to understand when the proposition being negated is plausible or tempting.23 Compare the negations in these two columns: A whale is not a fish.

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker