as in proposal
something which is presented for consideration
a generous proffer of his baronial estate for the charity gala
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1
as in to offer
to put before another for acceptance or consideration
proffered his assistance in helping the two sides reach a compromise
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as in to suggest
to set before the mind for consideration
proffered a novel solution for getting themselves out of debt
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Recent Examples of proffer
Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2025
However, back in 2008, Davis allegedly agreed to a proffer agreement with authorities connected to an L.A. task force, which would have granted him immunity from being prosecuted in the case.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 6 Mar. 2025
Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 18 Mar. 2025
Naturally, that led to other bandmates proffering a similar request.
—Jesse Temple, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
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Noun
The drugged soldiers stumbled and had difficulty keeping their balance, according to the proffer.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2025
However, back in 2008, Davis allegedly agreed to a proffer agreement with authorities connected to an L.A. task force, which would have granted him immunity from being prosecuted in the case.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 6 Mar. 2025
Verb
The boxcar-style home, which was proffered for status as an L.A. Historic-Cultural Monument in 2014, was also owned at one time by fashion mogul Serge Azria, who picked up the place in 2015 for nearly $3 million.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 18 Mar. 2025
Naturally, that led to other bandmates proffering a similar request.
—Jesse Temple, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proffer
Noun
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But Trump’s involvement signals a new level of seriousness about the proposal.—
Haisten Willis,
The Washington Examiner,
26 May 2025
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These benefits come with minimal costs – experts estimate that the proposal would account for only .04% of the state’s overall unemployment insurance expenditures.—
Ed Hawthorne,
Hartford Courant,
25 May 2025
Verb
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The episode offered clarity on what happened between the two leads after Ellie (Bella Ramsey) learned what Joel did last season.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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On the nose, the Tequila offers aromas of cooked agave, citrus, herbal notes, and a hint of savory character.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
Verb
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The 4% rule prompts many financial planners to suggest Americans should aim to save $1 million for retirement.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
29 May 2025
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Reports suggested that Daltrey was unhappy with Starkey’s playing on the night, and a number of songs were cut short.—
Thomas Smith,
Billboard,
29 May 2025
Noun
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He’s hosted several world leaders for Oval Office sit downs, including most recently Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who was elected, in part, for his tough talk against Trump’s suggestions that Canada should become the 51st state.—
Sara Dorn,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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The suggestion was that Bentancur would be offered a new deal.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
Verb
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But there are few substitutes for availability, and no player has given more to Spurs this season than Porro.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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In the first instance, Annapolis needs to give Baltimore City full control over its own tax rates.—
Daniel Brennan,
Baltimore Sun,
27 May 2025
Verb
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The goal for the ordinance is to limit the out-of-pocket fees for potential renters when applying to rental properties, according to Councilwoman Sarah Moore, who first proposed the ordinance to the City Council at its March 4 meeting.—
Grace Hurt,
Arkansas Online,
28 May 2025
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A little more than a decade ago, the then-chair of the House Ways & Means Committee, Republican Dave Camp of Michigan, proposed a revenue-neutral tax reform plan aimed at enhancing efficiency, equity and simplicity.—
Howard Gleckman,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
Verb
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Rapid intensification poses a challenge for forecasters because storms that gather a lot of strength in a short amount of time can pose a serious threat to those in the path of the storm and its impacts.—
Maureen Mccann,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 May 2025
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Insular cultures produce groupthink, don’t evolve as fast as others, and thus pose an existential threat to organizations.—
George Bradt,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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“Proffer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proffer. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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