counterproposals

noun

plural of counterproposal
as in proposals

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  1. proposals
  2. propositions
Noun
  • The Cato Institute estimates that the DSA proposals would cost between $71 trillion and $212 trillion over a decade.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Researchers pursuing large grants need help preparing proposals, managing awards, navigating compliance requirements and coordinating with other institutions.
    — Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of proposals
Noun
  • Voters can review their sample ballots through their county elections office to see which propositions will appear on their ballot.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Endorsers of both propositions include the California Democratic Party; California Labor Federation; the California arm of American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees; California Nurses Assn.
    — Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026
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“Counterproposals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/counterproposals. Accessed 29 Oct. 2026.

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