propositions

noun

plural of proposition
1
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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2
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 Then there are some low-profile propositions that are just mind-numbing. — Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2026 Be sure to check out The Bee’s searchable Voter Guide, which contains even more information about the upcoming midterm election, including races, propositions, endorsements and important information about key dates. — Sacbee.com, 9 Oct. 2026 This Maison Margiela collection was lower-key than Martens’s previous propositions, but no less powerful, with pretty, wearable garments layered into the usual drama. — Vogue, 8 Oct. 2026 What’s on the Keller ISD school bond ballot Here is a breakdown of the five propositions listed on the ballot which are on the district’s bond website. — Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Oct. 2026 The complaint states that the friend hands Doe a beer, dances with her in the main room of the house, then pulls her off to a quieter area and propositions her with having a threesome with him and one of his fraternity brothers. — Amy B Wang, Washington Post, 5 Oct. 2026 But putting America on a presentation slide and actually establishing yourself in the US motorcycle market are two very different propositions. — New Atlas, 3 Oct. 2026 Turn that into a clear brand promise, differentiated value propositions and a personality that creates an emotional response. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for propositions
  1. hypotheses
  2. proposals
  3. theories
  4. suggestions
  5. premises
Noun
  • The researchers suggested several hypotheses for why this happened, but cortisol’s purpose remains unproven.
    — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Earlier studies have pointed to different hypotheses about the formation of the lunar magnetic field.
    — Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of hypotheses
Noun
  • Two Banks Development is open to proposals, and Ferguson suggested grant dollars could help create an installation.
    — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 14 Oct. 2026
  • In Long Beach, Newsom acknowledged how unprecedented the move was, even for a governor known for ramming proposals through the Legislature.
    — Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of proposals
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  • Over the decades, as Shakur’s stature grew and evolved, there were flare-ups of media interest and theories but no conclusions or arrests.
    — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Be curious, not judgmental All of the above has unleashed theories about Simmons among fans and, of course, in the online world.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of theories
Noun
  • Another 35% said AI provided suggestions or drafts while a person made every final call.
    — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 13 Oct. 2026
  • While international observers initially blamed Moscow, there are now increasing suggestions that Ukrainian state security agencies may have been involved — even though Ukraine counts Germany as one of its closest allies.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of suggestions
Noun
  • Owner Patric Hillenbrand currently lives on premises in the residence.
    — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The company at the center of the probe was not identified, but its premises in Romania and several homes were searched.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of premises

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“Propositions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propositions. Accessed 21 Oct. 2026.

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