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proffer

/prof-er/US // ˈprɒf ər //UK // (ˈprɒfə) //

提出建议,提议,承诺,允诺

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Definitions

v.有主动词 verb
  1. 1
    • : to put before a person for acceptance; offer.
n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : the act of proffering.
    • : an offer or proposal.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Examples

  • Yet Ross and Makovsky proffer a deadline exactly as the missing ingredient to striking a deal.

  • We proffer federally backed flood insurance at rates bearing no resemblance to the risks.

  • Amanda blushed, for the proffer of a buggy ride was not without definite significance in that region.

  • Therefore he had sent a pompous embassy of fifteen deputies to proffer the Crusaders honorable peace or deadly war.

  • They boast of their privileges and civilization, and yet proffer no milder conditions than servitude or death.

  • She had paused on the way to her room before dinner to proffer assistance to Mrs. Bassett.

  • I have not generosity enough to refuse your noble proffer,—you must go alone, and without communication with Derby.