Pronunciation: /prəˈpoʊz/
noun a plan or suggestion put forward for consideration or discussion
A1 I propose a new rule for our game.
A2 She made a proposal to improve the company's efficiency.
B1 The board will discuss the proposal at the next meeting.
B2 The proposed changes to the curriculum were met with mixed reactions.
C1 The government is expected to announce their proposed budget cuts next week.
C2 The proposed merger between the two companies was eventually approved by shareholders.
verb to put forward for consideration or action
A1 He proposed to her at the park.
A2 She proposed a new idea for the project.
B1 The committee proposed a budget increase for next year.
B2 The CEO proposed a merger with a rival company.
C1 The government proposed a new law to address the issue.
C2 The scientist proposed a groundbreaking theory in the field of astrophysics.
formal I propose that we allocate more resources to research and development.
informal Hey, I propose we grab lunch at that new place down the street.
slang I propose we ditch this party and go somewhere else.
figurative She proposed a new way of thinking that challenged traditional beliefs.
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