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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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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
To address this, companies should offer flexible plans, establish clear value propositions and maintain strong customer support to build trust and encourage long-term loyalty.
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Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Synthetic data could also lead to a better customer experience through the designing and testing of new propositions, such as loans or investments.
—David Parker, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
However, with the right consumer mindset and focus on first principle unique value propositions, legacy brands can weather change in their industry and come out on top, much like IBM, Coca-Cola, Nike and Carhartt have over the last hundred years.
—Tony Ambroza, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
For example, a story about budget development now ends with a call for innovation, identification of other revenue streams and the creation of value propositions for our programs.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Synthetic data could also lead to a better customer experience through the designing and testing of new propositions, such as loans or investments.
—David Parker, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
However, with the right consumer mindset and focus on first principle unique value propositions, legacy brands can weather change in their industry and come out on top, much like IBM, Coca-Cola, Nike and Carhartt have over the last hundred years.
—Tony Ambroza, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
For example, a story about budget development now ends with a call for innovation, identification of other revenue streams and the creation of value propositions for our programs.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for propositions
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The group owned by Steve Ballmer also spent roughly $220,000 this year to sway lawmakers on the legislation, among other proposals, according to lobbying reports.Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2024
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The commission’s failure was largely due to the politically sensitive nature of its proposals and a lack of consensus within Congress, underscoring the importance of not just having good ideas but having the political will and bipartisan cooperation to see those ideas through.James Broughel, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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At one point, Sydney throws out several theories based on photos she’s found in the home, but no definitive answer is given.Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
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Some people go at length to come up with wild theories, so Clémentine is more on that side.Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 4 Oct. 2024
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Despite the balanced and informed nature of its suggestions, Congress ultimately chose not to act on them.James Broughel, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Use their suggestions as a starting point, but always apply your own judgment and expertise.Sol Rashidi, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Propositions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propositions. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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