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
The Editors, National Review, 15 Jan. 2025
Prosecutors have taken the position that while Davis may have discussed or signed a proffer agreement granting him immunity for some of his statements, his subsequent media interviews and tell-all memoir are clearly fair game.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 7 Jan. 2025
Lance Eliot, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Per the definition proffered by the likes of Danto and George Dickie, art after Warhol simply became whatever people in the art world said was art.
—Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Over the next two years, Smith filed two extensive, narrative indictments in the case; litigated it up to the Supreme Court (on the decisive presidential immunity issue); and then, just three weeks before the election, publicly filed a 2,000-page proffer of his evidence.
—The Editors, National Review, 15 Jan. 2025
Prosecutors have taken the position that while Davis may have discussed or signed a proffer agreement granting him immunity for some of his statements, his subsequent media interviews and tell-all memoir are clearly fair game.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 7 Jan. 2025
Verb
The downside is that AI could seem convincing, even if disclaimers are proffered, and people would be misled into false indications of their death date.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Per the definition proffered by the likes of Danto and George Dickie, art after Warhol simply became whatever people in the art world said was art.
—Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proffer
Noun
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Maryland lawmakers are considering a tax on sugary beverage distributors — a proposal that has sparked controversy among Republicans and retailers.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Mar. 2025
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The detachment proposal The proposal was to split the district along U.S. 377.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Yet, had Wilson not succumbed to injury in late August of that year, Newcastle would not have offered a club-record £60m, rising to £63m, for Isak.—
Chris Waugh,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
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Plans include Sling Orange + Blue, which is $33 for the first month ($65.99 monthly afterward), and offers everything in the individual Orange and Blue plans, including sports fan-friendly channels such as TNT, TBS, Fox, Fox Sports and others.—
Rudie Obias,
The Hollywood Reporter,
13 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Von Massow suggests a number of explanations for that.—
Scott Horsley,
NPR,
18 Mar. 2025
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Some experts even suggest putting a gate on your child's door and locking it, but other experts advise against it due to fire safety considerations.—
Laura Broadwell,
Parents,
18 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Council President Victoria Vasquez thanked Lennar for making so many changes, including implementing her suggestion of larger lots backing up on natural areas.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2025
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Polite suggestions morph into silent judgment before the awkward pressure builds to a point so fine not even tweezers could pull the thorny social situation out.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
8 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Even the historically bad White Sox can't justify giving Gallo an opportunity to continue hitting.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
17 Mar. 2025
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Almost the exact same situation occurred seconds into the second half to give Minnesota a 3-0 lead.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
16 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Macron has proposed having allies participate in the country’s secretive nuclear exercises, to see firsthand France’s capabilities and decision-making.—
Joseph Ataman,
CNN,
16 Mar. 2025
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The Founding Father was an orator who gave the famous speech while proposing to fellow Virginia leaders that the colony raise troops to battle the British.—
Ashley J. DiMella Fox News,
Fox News,
16 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Even 6 inches of moving water can pose a serious risk of knocking you off your feet.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacramento Bee,
15 Mar. 2025
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These items can pose a fire hazard if there’s a malfunction or if they are accidentally turned on.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Proffer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proffer. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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