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proposition

Definition

  • noun: something (such as a plan or offer) that is presented to a person or group of people to consider
  • noun: something offered for consideration or acceptance
  • verb: to offer to have sex with (someone) in a direct and often offensive way
  • verb: to make a 'proposal' to
  • synonyms: proposal, statement, declaration

Examples

  • The town voted in favor of a 'proposition' calling for a ban on smoking in public spaces.

  • If we accept 'proposition' “A” as true, then we must accept 'proposition' “B” as false.

  • The farm will never be a paying 'proposition'. [=the farm will never make money]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) MOGUY: Doctor. CANDY: Where were we? MOGUY: Jackass. CANDY: Oh yes… I do believe you were just getting ready to make me a proposition to buy Broomhilda. I am right? Right then. Bring out Hildi! STEVEN: Your way, honey. CANDY: Sit your ass in that goddamn chair! (..)
    2012 Django Unchained
  • (..) SCHULTZ: You indicated earlier you'd be willing to part with Hilde. – Oh yes. Yesiree Bob I did. – In that case… allow me… to propose another proposition. – I'm all ears. STEVEN: Hurry up, goddammit! Monsieur Candie- CANDY: Steven! You just interrupted Dr. Schultz here! (..)
    2012 Django Unchained