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proposition
noun
verb
a task to be dealt with
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How it sounds
Pronunciation
ˌpɹɑpəˈzɪʃən
Meaning
Definitions
noun
a task to be dealt with
“securing adequate funding is a time-consuming proposition”
noun
(logic) a statement that affirms or denies something and is either true or false
noun
the act of making a proposal
“they listened to her proposal”
noun
an offer for a private bargain (especially a request for sexual favors)
noun
a proposal offered for acceptance or rejection
“it was a suggestion we couldn't refuse”
verb
suggest sex to
“She was propositioned by a stranger at the party”
In context
Example Sentences
securing adequate funding is a time-consuming proposition
they listened to her proposal
it was a suggestion we couldn't refuse
She was propositioned by a stranger at the party
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