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proposal

Definition

  • noun: something (such as a plan or suggestion) that is presented to a person or group of people to consider
  • noun: an act of putting forward or stating something for consideration
  • synonyms: overture, overture, tender

Examples

  • The committee is reviewing the 'proposal' for the new restaurant.

  • They rejected/accepted/considered/approved my 'proposal'.

  • These problems have led to the 'proposal' of a new law.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Take care of yourself. You too, Nicholas. I mean that. I really do. Uh-huh. Be well. Bye. A proposal to encourage small businesses to provide their employees with health insurance is now being debated by Washington legislators. The bill which attaches a small-business health plan (..)
    1997 The Game