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as in hypotheses
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 proposals
something which is presented for consideration
a neighbor with a business proposition to tell us about
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Recent Examples of propositions
Bonds are broken into propositions.
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Lacey Beasley, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
Together, these forces — dissatisfied customers, lower barriers to entry, and shifting value propositions — are likely to intensify competitive pressure across the software industry.
—Michael Jacobides, Fortune, 17 Apr. 2026
Here’s a look at each of the bond propositions and charter amendments voter will have to consider in the May 2 election.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Apr. 2026
And while the rates of qualification and passage are relatively tiny, voters can anticipate facing about a dozen ballot propositions every two years.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
These are neither fringe propositions nor partisan policies.
—Mick Davis, Sun Sentinel, 14 Apr. 2026
The six propositions are mere inferences.
—Cass Sunstein, Big Think, 5 Mar. 2026
Several Democratic propositions aimed at improving quality of life are on the ballot, including Proposition 7, which calls for ensuring air and water quality by preserving the state’s biodiversity and natural resources.
—From Staff Reports, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026
Last fall, Stricklen co-founded the Fort Bend Voter Education Coalition to educate voters about candidates and ballot propositions.
—Joy Sewing, Houston Chronicle, 26 Feb. 2026
Lacey Beasley, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
Together, these forces — dissatisfied customers, lower barriers to entry, and shifting value propositions — are likely to intensify competitive pressure across the software industry.
—Michael Jacobides, Fortune, 17 Apr. 2026
Here’s a look at each of the bond propositions and charter amendments voter will have to consider in the May 2 election.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Apr. 2026
And while the rates of qualification and passage are relatively tiny, voters can anticipate facing about a dozen ballot propositions every two years.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
These are neither fringe propositions nor partisan policies.
—Mick Davis, Sun Sentinel, 14 Apr. 2026
The six propositions are mere inferences.
—Cass Sunstein, Big Think, 5 Mar. 2026
Several Democratic propositions aimed at improving quality of life are on the ballot, including Proposition 7, which calls for ensuring air and water quality by preserving the state’s biodiversity and natural resources.
—From Staff Reports, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026
Last fall, Stricklen co-founded the Fort Bend Voter Education Coalition to educate voters about candidates and ballot propositions.
—Joy Sewing, Houston Chronicle, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for propositions
Noun
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What is emerging is a picture of an artist of profound mathematical acuity, who mobilized geometric, sequential, and modular forms to test hypotheses on interrelation, regeneration, and evolution in pursuit of mystical revelation.—
Katherine Rochester,
Artforum,
1 Apr. 2026
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His method of intellectual humility is to admit ignorance, test variables and revise working hypotheses based on new data, staying open to suggestions from others the whole time.—
Deana L. Weibel,
The Conversation,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Nothing can be finalized until at least 23 of the league’s 30 owners vote at next month’s Board of Governors meeting, and tweaks to the various proposals are still expected to be made along the way.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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The union responded on April 8, according to BP, but allegedly didn’t address the proposals, agree to meet or offer dates to resume discussion.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Stirs some theories, too, about said coach’s real feelings about the pick.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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In a new book, Geoff Kelly traces how the artworks moved through criminal networks, where violence took the lives of key suspects and witnesses, and challenges long-circulating theories by revisiting key details.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Apr. 2026
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GitHub Copilot subscribers will still be able to use simple AI suggestions like code completion and Next Edit without consuming AI credits.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 Apr. 2026
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For years the owner, now 66, has watched tape, done his own player evaluations and sent observations and suggestions to DeCosta, mostly about players who might be available in later rounds — without exerting any actual decision-making power.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Ensure your home is securely locked when vacating the premises.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Apr. 2026
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Ensure your home is securely locked when vacating the premises.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Propositions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propositions. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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