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as in hypothesis
an idea that is the starting point for making a case or conducting an investigation
started the discussion with the simple proposition that no one ever does anything out of pure altruism
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as in proposal
something which is presented for consideration
a neighbor with a business proposition to tell us about
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Recent Examples of proposition
In Arizona, where the proposition passed with 61% support, Republican lawmakers still expressed doubt about the results.
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Katrina Michalak, Kansas City Star, 28 May 2025
Relying on a player at that stage of his career to anchor a championship push is a risky proposition.
—Ricardo Klein, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 May 2025
The idea that Orthodox Christianity, in particular the Russian Orthodox Church, could be a stumbling block to Holy See-Russia relations is not a new proposition.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 23 May 2025
Taking on a new mortgage at a much higher rate may be a difficult proposition for many.
—Andrea Riquier, USA Today, 18 May 2025
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Katrina Michalak, Kansas City Star, 28 May 2025
Relying on a player at that stage of his career to anchor a championship push is a risky proposition.
—Ricardo Klein, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 May 2025
The idea that Orthodox Christianity, in particular the Russian Orthodox Church, could be a stumbling block to Holy See-Russia relations is not a new proposition.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 23 May 2025
Taking on a new mortgage at a much higher rate may be a difficult proposition for many.
—Andrea Riquier, USA Today, 18 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proposition
Noun
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For each test, include the specific messaging hypothesis, how to implement it, and how to measure results.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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However, the data doesn't seem to really support this hypothesis in manufacturing.—
Greg Rosalsky,
NPR,
27 May 2025
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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
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Russian sources, however, have suggested a third theory: that Portnov might have held compromising material on current Ukrainian officials.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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The chance encounter turned out to be a first-of-its-kind sighting — and confirmation of an expert theory.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2025
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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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Here are suggestions for staying safe during a thunderstorm: To reduce the chance of being struck by lightning, when venturing outside, have a plan to get to a safer area.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 May 2025
Noun
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Another example is Amazon, perhaps one of the best examples of a company that has largely diversified from its original core thesis.—
Dr. Sai Balasubramanian,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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The bullish thesis on Nvidia remains in place ahead of earnings, but analysts have questions about the company’s path forward.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
28 May 2025
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The hardest challenge for films with such unique premises that have genuine heart behind them is often creating an internal set of rules that’s plausible enough to generate immediate buy-in from audiences.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
17 May 2025
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An interview with one of the game's developers has revealed that one of the game's most memorable and pivotal sidequests almost had a very different premise.—
Oliver Brandt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 May 2025
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“Proposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proposition. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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