Example Sentences

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For the past year and a half, black hole researchers around the world have been proposing specs for the future instrument, Wong said.

From Science Daily • Nov. 14, 2023

“Proponents loved it, because it seemed to be an independent validation of what they have been proposing for a long time.”

From Science Magazine • Jul. 20, 2022

"We have been proposing to China for a long time to switch to settlements in national currencies for roubles and yuan," said Mr Zavalny.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2022

We have been proposing safe storage and other very commonsense safety regulations for years.

From Slate • Dec. 9, 2021

"We have been proposing that you should go to school for a year or two, dear," said Mrs. Carnegie persuasively.

From The Vicissitudes of Bessie Fairfax by Lee, Holme, [pseud.]