proposing

Example Sentences

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But three months after proposing to his girlfriend, he discovered that not only did he want one, he needed mini Yorkshire puddings with prime rib and horseradish cream at the event.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

NextEra did just that, proposing $2.25 billion in bill credits spread over two years for Dominion customers in Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Off the success in limiting the scope of Maryland’s bill, the organization has continued lobbying efforts in states like Colorado, which is proposing a much more strict ban.

From Salon • May 18, 2026

Ekubo was also awarded a Certificate of Excellence from the Sapio Club - a Nigeria-based community proposing solutions to social and national issues - for his contributions, including humanitarian work.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Donelson, Feb. 16th Gen S. B. Buckner, Confed Army Sir: yours of this date proposing Armistice, and appointment of commissioners to settle terms of Capitulation is just received.

From "Across Five Aprils" by Irene Hunt