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Common collocations with proposition in American Collocation

proposition noun countable

US /ˌprɑpəˈzɪʃ(ə)n/

interesting or worth doing

attractive
compelling
exciting
tempting

We have given much thought to Mr Engelman’s submission but have to say that we do not find it an attractive proposition.

likely to be successful

feasible
practical
realistic
viable

Loans can be provided to help applicants who have a viable business proposition.

in business

business
commercial

Had the channel been considered as a commercial proposition, it would never have been launched.

make a proposition

make
put to someone

He then made a startling proposition: that they start a new life in Africa.

Before I put this proposition to you I must ask for your solemn promise to be discreet.

accept/not accept a proposition

accept
reject

Where referenda have been held on the creation of directly elected mayors, voters have often rejected the proposition.