1
as in to give
to put before another for acceptance or consideration
I offered my boss an alternative to the original plan, which would have required me to work overtime
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2
as in to suggest
to set before the mind for consideration
offered the idea of a vacation at a beach resort in the Caribbean
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3
as in to present
to bring before the public in performance or exhibition
a summer theater offering a full schedule of musicals to the vacationing public
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as in attempt
an effort to do or accomplish something
made the usual halfhearted offer to grab the check before his dinner companion could
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as in proposal
something which is presented for consideration
a job offer that I couldn't refuse
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Recent Examples of offer
Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 6 Apr. 2025
Other strategists acknowledge that Musk’s presence and Democrats’ anger around him offered Crawford a boost in the race.
—Caroline Vakil, The Hill, 6 Apr. 2025
Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
For more information or a cash offer on your property, call 816.286.4204 or visit them online.
—Kc Property Group, Kansas City Star, 6 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Remember, a tent offers no protection from lighting.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 6 Apr. 2025
Other strategists acknowledge that Musk’s presence and Democrats’ anger around him offered Crawford a boost in the race.
—Caroline Vakil, The Hill, 6 Apr. 2025
Noun
Both platforms currently have special offers available.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
For more information or a cash offer on your property, call 816.286.4204 or visit them online.
—Kc Property Group, Kansas City Star, 6 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for offer
Verb
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Both the city’s ad hoc committee on the 2028 Olympic Games and the full council gave its approval this week to several venue changes, including shifting equestrian events from the Valley to Temecula.—
Dakota Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Mar. 2025
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Delegating is about giving your employees a time to learn, to grow, to shine and to expand while also helping to lighten your load and achieve organizational goals.—
Terina Allen,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Meantime, hopes for a China- U.S. trade deal resurfaced after the American president suggested on Thursday that duties on Chinese imports may have peaked.—
Yue Wang,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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On Tuesday, reports from China suggested that the country was mulling a ban or a reduction on the number of Hollywood films.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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The mechanism has been presented to international aid organizations, according to an official in COGAT, but its use is contingent upon a ceasefire deal or a change in government directive.—
Tim Lister and Ibrahim Dahman,
CNN Money,
7 Apr. 2025
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Investor Sentiment and the Path Forward Despite near-term volatility, pessimism often presents opportunity.—
Joel Shulman,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Efficiency will be the top priority so AI can scale affordably without sacrificing quality.—
Brandon Wang,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Even better, they’re crafted with Good American’s power stretch denim for a pull-on fit that adds comfort without sacrificing glamor.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
8 Apr. 2025
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The Wild finally gained possession, worked it up the wall and Ryan Hartman’s low-speed attempt at an exit was picked off by Dobson and his shot was tipped past Filip Gustavsson by Casey Cizikas 36 seconds after Zuccarello’s goal.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
5 Apr. 2025
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Black and brown Californians angered at attempts to erase history, legacy and achievement under pretense of eliminating diversity and equity initiatives.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Learn more and have your say ITD seeks feedback on the proposal from April 7 to 21.—
Rose Evans,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Apr. 2025
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Advisers to the Trump transition team were already working on a proposal for splitting up the dual-hat structure in December, according to The Record.—
Sam Sabin,
Axios,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Researchers decades ago proposed that lightning caused chemical reactions in ancient Earth’s oceans and spontaneously produced the organic molecules.—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2025
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Anton in 2022 proposed 555 new housing units, and the city was going to sell it for $6.4 million, the staff report said.—
Theresa Clift,
Sacbee.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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The New York Helicopters chartered chopper, which was carrying a pilot, two adults and three children, fell into the Hudson River by Lower Manhattan in New York City on Thursday afternoon, officials said during a press briefing.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2025
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For all their strong-arm tactics, these two carry themselves as formidable businessmen.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Offer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/offer. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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