Meaning of the word "make an offer" in English

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make an offer

US /meɪk ən ˈɔː.fər/

UK /meɪk ən ˈɔː.fər/

to propose a price for something one intends to buy or sell

Example:

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I decided to make an offer on the house after seeing it.

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The buyer is expected to make an offer by tomorrow.

Synonym:

bid propose tender quote

to present something for acceptance or rejection

Example:

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The company decided to make an offer of employment to the intern.

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He didn't make an offer to help, even though I was struggling.

Synonym:

proffer submit present extend

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