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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 proposal would station troops in supportive nations like Poland and Romania, potentially closing a U.S. base in Spain or Germany.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Leavitt declined to offer details about the working proposal being negotiated, saying the talks will take place privately.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

The president also announced that the two were “very far along with a definitive” deal and called Tehran’s 10-point proposal “a workable basis on which to negotiate.”

From MarketWatch • 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

“I’m going to talk about the triple blend,” Brooklyn answered, referring to the special mix of chemicals used in their proposal.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti