as in proposal
something which is presented for consideration
a generous proffer of his baronial estate for the charity gala
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1
as in to offer
to put before another for acceptance or consideration
proffered his assistance in helping the two sides reach a compromise
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as in to suggest
to set before the mind for consideration
proffered a novel solution for getting themselves out of debt
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Recent Examples of proffer
Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2025
However, back in 2008, Davis allegedly agreed to a proffer agreement with authorities connected to an L.A. task force, which would have granted him immunity from being prosecuted in the case.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 6 Mar. 2025
Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 18 Mar. 2025
Naturally, that led to other bandmates proffering a similar request.
—Jesse Temple, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
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Noun
The drugged soldiers stumbled and had difficulty keeping their balance, according to the proffer.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2025
However, back in 2008, Davis allegedly agreed to a proffer agreement with authorities connected to an L.A. task force, which would have granted him immunity from being prosecuted in the case.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 6 Mar. 2025
Verb
The boxcar-style home, which was proffered for status as an L.A. Historic-Cultural Monument in 2014, was also owned at one time by fashion mogul Serge Azria, who picked up the place in 2015 for nearly $3 million.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 18 Mar. 2025
Naturally, that led to other bandmates proffering a similar request.
—Jesse Temple, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proffer
Noun
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But Trump’s involvement signals a new level of seriousness about the proposal.—
Haisten Willis,
The Washington Examiner,
26 May 2025
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These benefits come with minimal costs – experts estimate that the proposal would account for only .04% of the state’s overall unemployment insurance expenditures.—
Ed Hawthorne,
Hartford Courant,
25 May 2025
Verb
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The episode offered clarity on what happened between the two leads after Ellie (Bella Ramsey) learned what Joel did last season.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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The 1,000-square-foot retail space offers swings, slipper art, puzzles, board, storytelling moments and a matcha bar in collaboration with the Montauk General Store.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
Verb
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Pollock suggests adding a mocktail garden bar, a flower bar, and mini takeaway baskets with wildflower seeds to tie the theme together in a memorable way.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 May 2025
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In his plan, Voight suggested something along these lines too: a 10 to 20 percent federal rebate that would stack with any existing state credits.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
17 May 2025
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He’s hosted several world leaders for Oval Office sit downs, including most recently Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who was elected, in part, for his tough talk against Trump’s suggestions that Canada should become the 51st state.—
Sara Dorn,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Here are suggestions for staying safe during a thunderstorm: To reduce the chance of being struck by lightning, when venturing outside, have a plan to get to a safer area.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 May 2025
Verb
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But there are few substitutes for availability, and no player has given more to Spurs this season than Porro.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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The former monk also gave specific advice on how to hone in on what's important in life.—
Melody Chiu,
People.com,
27 May 2025
Verb
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The goal for the ordinance is to limit the out-of-pocket fees for potential renters when applying to rental properties, according to Councilwoman Sarah Moore, who first proposed the ordinance to the City Council at its March 4 meeting.—
Grace Hurt,
Arkansas Online,
28 May 2025
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Competition for the brightest students, researchers, and faculty is fierce: Florida has the fourth-largest number of medical schools of any state and several more are proposed.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
27 May 2025
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Rapid intensification poses a challenge for forecasters because storms that gather a lot of strength in a short amount of time can pose a serious threat to those in the path of the storm and its impacts.—
Maureen Mccann,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 May 2025
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As their battle wages, guests grapple with a question posed in the ride's queue: Who's the true monster?—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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“Proffer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proffer. Accessed 30 May. 2025.
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