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Definition of Proposes
1. propose [v] - See also: propose
Lexicographical Neighbors of Proposes
Literary usage of Proposes
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Travels Into Several Remote Nations of the World by Jonathan Swift (1894)
"The Author proposes some Improvements which are honourably received. IN the School
of Political Projectors I was but ill entertained, the Professors ..."
2. The History of England from the Accession of James II. by Thomas Babington Macaulay Macaulay (1849)
"Mordaunt proposes to him a descent upon England, 1 94. He rejects the advice, 195.
His hostility to the Declaration of Indulgence, 234. 235. ..."
3. The Life of Thomas Jefferson by Henry Stephens Randall (1858)
"... proposes a Pubb'c Testimonial to him—Lafayette's Visit to Monticello—The
Banquet—Jefferson's Speech —Ticknor and Daniel Webster ..."
4. The Life of Thomas Jefferson by Henry Stephens Randall (1871)
"... Lee—Lafayette's Visit to the United States—Jefferson proposes a Public
Testimonial to him—Lafayette's Visit to Monticello—The Banquet—Jefferson's Speech ..."
5. The Life of Thomas Jefferson by Henry Stephens Randall (1871)
"... General Washington—proposes transferring French Debts to Holland—Gives Brissot
Letters of Introduction—Outfit—New Consular Convention—Annoyed by French ..."
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