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to propose
01
to put forward a suggestion, plan, or idea for consideration
Transitive: to propose a plan or idea
Example
The city council proposed a new ordinance to address traffic congestion, seeking input from residents on potential solutions.
The committee proposed a budget for the upcoming fiscal year, taking into account projected expenses and revenue.
He proposed a new strategy for increasing productivity during the team meeting, outlining specific steps for implementation.
02
to ask a person to marry one
Intransitive: to propose | to propose to sb
Example
He nervously proposed to his longtime girlfriend with a heartfelt speech.
After months of planning, he finally found the courage to propose during a special dinner.
On a beautiful evening, he chose to propose to his girlfriend with a ring.
03
to formally suggest or introduce a motion, idea, or action for consideration and discussion by a legislature
Transitive: to propose a motion
Example
The senator proposed a new bill to increase funding for education.
They proposed a motion to approve the new budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
During the meeting, she proposed a motion to amend the current regulations.
04
to formally suggest or recommend someone for a specific position
Transitive: to propose sb for a position | to propose sb as a candidate for a position
Example
The senator proposed his colleague for a seat on the advisory board.
The senator proposed his colleague for a seat on the advisory board.
The committee proposed Jane for the position of treasurer in the upcoming election.
05
to express one's intention or plan to take a specific action
Transitive: to propose to do sth
Example
She proposed to start a new project next year that would help the community.
I propose to meet at noon to discuss the details of the plan.
They proposed to invest in new technology to streamline operations.
Παράδειγμα
The city council proposed a new ordinance to address traffic congestion, seeking input from residents on potential solutions.
The committee proposed a budget for the upcoming fiscal year, taking into account projected expenses and revenue.
He proposed a new strategy for increasing productivity during the team meeting, outlining specific steps for implementation.
She proposed a topic for her research project, hoping to investigate the relationship between social media usage and mental health.
The company's CEO proposed a merger with a competitor, believing it would create synergies and improve market share.
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