1
as in to give
to put before another for acceptance or consideration
I offered my boss an alternative to the original plan, which would have required me to work overtime
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2
as in to suggest
to set before the mind for consideration
offered the idea of a vacation at a beach resort in the Caribbean
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3
as in to present
to bring before the public in performance or exhibition
a summer theater offering a full schedule of musicals to the vacationing public
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as in attempt
an effort to do or accomplish something
made the usual halfhearted offer to grab the check before his dinner companion could
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as in proposal
something which is presented for consideration
a job offer that I couldn't refuse
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Recent Examples of offer
Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 6 Apr. 2025
Other strategists acknowledge that Musk’s presence and Democrats’ anger around him offered Crawford a boost in the race.
—Caroline Vakil, The Hill, 6 Apr. 2025
Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
For more information or a cash offer on your property, call 816.286.4204 or visit them online.
—Kc Property Group, Kansas City Star, 6 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Remember, a tent offers no protection from lighting.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 6 Apr. 2025
Other strategists acknowledge that Musk’s presence and Democrats’ anger around him offered Crawford a boost in the race.
—Caroline Vakil, The Hill, 6 Apr. 2025
Noun
Both platforms currently have special offers available.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
For more information or a cash offer on your property, call 816.286.4204 or visit them online.
—Kc Property Group, Kansas City Star, 6 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for offer
Verb
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But Steichen’s pedigree coaching both the Chargers’ Justin Herbert and the Eagles’ Jalen Hurts to recent success gives Jones the chance to be the 2025 version of Sam Darnold.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
31 Mar. 2025
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This gives you benefits like complimentary upgrades and early check-in (both subject to availability), and 60% bonus earnings on qualifying stays and eligible charges at IHG Hotels and Resorts.—
Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
31 Mar. 2025
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Leff suggested using disinfectant wipes to sanitize flyers' seat areas, since with airflow and filtration will spread smells, sprays, or perfumes.—
Ashley J. DiMella Fox News,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Meantime, hopes for a China- U.S. trade deal resurfaced after the American president suggested on Thursday that duties on Chinese imports may have peaked.—
Yue Wang,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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The deal was presented by Merz, leader of the CDU, which emerged as winner in February’s federal election.—
Stephanie Halasz,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2025
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That meant bringing his knowledge to golf course clients about how to manage their departments and operations, including everything from preparing courses for public use to presenting their pro shops, his brother said.—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2025
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Efficiency will be the top priority so AI can scale affordably without sacrificing quality.—
Brandon Wang,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Even better, they’re crafted with Good American’s power stretch denim for a pull-on fit that adds comfort without sacrificing glamor.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
8 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The team now intends to study more magnetars with Hubble in an attempt to decode their origins.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Trump's probe, announced on Tuesday, is viewed as an attempt to push back on leading critical minerals producer China, and comes on top of reviews into pharmaceutical and chip imports.—
Anmol Choubey,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
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But the governor’s communications director, when asked for a response on the proposal, doubled down on DeSantis’ immigration comments last month.—
Romy Ellenbogen,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2025
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Learn more and have your say ITD seeks feedback on the proposal from April 7 to 21.—
Rose Evans,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Researchers decades ago proposed that lightning caused chemical reactions in ancient Earth’s oceans and spontaneously produced the organic molecules.—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2025
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Anton in 2022 proposed 555 new housing units, and the city was going to sell it for $6.4 million, the staff report said.—
Theresa Clift,
Sacbee.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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The New York Helicopters chartered chopper, which was carrying a pilot, two adults and three children, fell into the Hudson River by Lower Manhattan in New York City on Thursday afternoon, officials said during a press briefing.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2025
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For all their strong-arm tactics, these two carry themselves as formidable businessmen.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Offer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/offer. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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