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Noun
A suggested scheme or plan of action, especially in a business context
“What I don't understand is, if it is not a viable proposition to expand my business, how come so many new establishments are opening almost daily?”
Noun
A statement or assertion that expresses a judgement or opinion
“The proposition that monarchs derived their authority by divine right.”
Noun
An offer of sexual intercourse made to a person with whom one is not involved, especially one that is made in an unsubtle way
“It suddenly occurred to her why Kyle had offered the proposition in the first place.”
Noun
A project, task, idea, etc. considered in terms of its likely success or difficulty
“It is a risky proposition under any circumstances, and sometimes it doesn't last.”
Verb
To make a suggestion of sexual intercourse to (someone with whom one is not sexually involved)
“Then two years later, her boss propositions her again.”
Verb
Make suggestion, often improper
“He had allegedly tried to proposition Miss Hawes.”
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