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proposal

[pruh-poh-zuhl] / prəˈpoʊ zəl /
NOUN
suggestion, presentation for action
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bid idea motion offer outline overture plan program project proposition recommendation scheme
STRONG
angle design feeler layout pass picture pitch proffer scenario setup tender terms
WEAK
big idea brain child game plan
Antonyms
STRONGEST
condemnation refusal

Example Sentences

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“The President has been made aware of the proposal, and a response will come,” White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said in response to Pakistan’s appeal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the president "has been made been aware of the proposal, and a response will come".

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

The latest proposal would lead to a more than 10% cut to the IRS’ base budget, DeBot says.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

“So it’s a buyback and a re-listing proposal, with a price marked at Pershing Square target price.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

My face flushed, thinking of Traveler’s near proposal in ATO.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows