The scientists proposed a new theory. The mayor proposed a plan for a new bridge. Several senators have proposed raising the tax. I propose that we revise the bylaws. They propose to buy a new house. How do you propose solving this problem? The chairman proposed the young executive as a candidate for promotion. See More
Recent Examples on the WebAny member can propose a show, and the proposals are voted on by the entire membership. Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 19 Aug. 2022 At the annual gathering of the Regional Association IV Hurricane Committee of the World Meteorological Organization, which is part of the United Nations, representatives from any of the involved countries can propose retiring a storm name. Rivka Galchen, The New Yorker, 8 Aug. 2022 Under the deal struck Tuesday, the commission can propose a shift to mandatory cuts, but enacting that would require countries’ approval. Kim Mackrael, WSJ, 26 July 2022 Anyone can propose improvements when anyone can see the software, which assets are in the DAO’s treasury, & what the votes are. Frederick Daso, Forbes, 25 Apr. 2022 Anyone—individuals, lobbyists, advocacy groups, and corporations—can propose a new emoji for free. Anne Quito, Quartz, 31 Mar. 2022 As part of the Federal Aviation Administration's Reauthorization Bill, the FAA can propose up to $37,000 per violation in cases of unruly passengers. Michelle Shen, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2022 The agency can propose fines up to $37,000 per violation, and one incident can yield multiple violations. Natalie B. Compton, Anchorage Daily News, 22 Dec. 2021 San Francisco business owners propose civil disobedience. Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2022 See More
Word History
Etymology
Middle English, from Anglo-French purposer, proposer, from Latin proponere (perfect indicative proposui) — more at propound