Utilizando "propose"
A construção verbal "propose" + "gerund" significa sugerir. Nessa construção, "propose" significa o mesmo do que quando é seguido por uma oração introduzida por "that".
Exemplos
- John proposed going to the debate.
- I proposed having lunch together.
- Who proposed eating at this restaurant?
- I propose that we buy a smaller car.
- I propose buying a smaller car.
A construção verbal "propose" + infinitivo significa "possuir intenção de" ou oferecer (algo ou a si mesmo).
Exemplos
- The Government proposes to bring in new laws.
- I propose to finish this meeting tomorrow.
- He proposed to go so I didn't have to.
- Janet has proposed to take notes and circulate them afterwards.