How to use "proposal" in sentences with meaning in English and Hindi

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Example sentences for "proposal" in popular movie and book plots

  • While in the process of telling her guests that the wedding is off, Tracy is surprised by a proposal from Dexter to take the groom's place.  - High Society (1956 film)
  • Unfortunately Mark deliberates too long over Dimble's proposal and he is found and arrested for Hingest's murder.  - That Hideous Strength
  • All eleven seasons of The Bachelorette have ended with a proposal which the Bachelorette either accepted or declined.  - The Bachelorette
  • On their very first date, Maria accepts his marriage proposal and they are soon wed.  - The Buddy Holly Story
  • When Maggie receives a marriage proposal from Jordan, she finds herself having to choose between him and Seth.  - City of Angels (film)
  • Exhausted by her ordeal, she again rejects Wimsey's proposal of marriage.  - Strong Poison
  • Alexandra's mother urges her to show interest in the tutor, mr Agi, to make Albert jealous and stimulate a proposal from him.  - The Swan (film)
  • No-Face unexpectedly shows itself as a very good spinner for Zeniba and accepts her proposal to stay as a worker.  - Spirited Away
  • Though not openly upset, she is displeased with his proposal which affects their interactions the rest of the evening.  - American Graffiti
  • Cary accepts his proposal of marriage, but becomes distressed when her friends and college-age children are angry.  - All That Heaven Allows
  • This cements Mary's decision to accept Burley's proposal of marriage.  - San Francisco (1936 film)
  • She is slightly older and is grateful to receive a proposal that will guarantee her a home.  - Pride and Prejudice
  • Seeking revenge, Scarlett accepts a marriage proposal from Melanie's brother, Charles Hamilton.  - Gone with the Wind (novel)
  • At the end of the book, Harriet Vane finally accepts Wimsey's proposal of marriage.  - Gaudy Night
  • Charles makes a proposal of lifelong commitment without marriage to Carrie, who accepts.  - Four Weddings and a Funeral
  • Lucy accepts Holmwood's proposal while turning down Seward and Morris, but all remain friends.  - Dracula

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