Proposition
Proposition verb - Suggest sex to.
Rather and proposition are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Rather" instead a verb "Proposition".
Rather
Rather adverb - By choice or preference.
Proposition and rather are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Proposition" instead a verb "Rather".
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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Stanley appoints himself judge and jury, but not executioner, using the titular proposition as a rather creative way of fighting crime.
Source: Judge, Jury, and Executioner -
Makuta says this to Mata Nui prior to their Final Battle, although he seemed to be using it as a taunt rather than a serious proposition.
Source: We Can Rule Together -
Is Serious Business: The normally unflappable Lillian blows up at Kris, Richard and Ramona's older sister, after she overhears what sounds like Kris making a rather lewd proposition to Roomie.
Source: Webcomic / Go Get a Roomie!
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