The phrase "assented to the proposal" means that someone has agreed to or approved the proposal that was put forward. It indicates the person's agreement or acceptance of the proposal.
The board convened to review the proposal.
It is not a sentence, but an infinitive phrase -- the infinitive verb "to consider" followed by the noun "proposal." Depending on how it appeared in a sentence, it could be either a noun phrase, adjective phrase, or adverb phrase.Their only option was to consider the proposal. (noun)The decision to consider the proposal was controversial. (adjective)The board met in special session to consider the proposal. (adverb)
He assented to having his hair cut in a different style.
"Cásate conmigo" is a Spanish phrase that translates to "marry me" in English. It is a proposal or a request for someone to marry you.
The infinitive phrase "to consider the proposal" functions as an adverbial phrase in the sentence. It provides additional information about the purpose of the board meeting.
"We anticipate a few challenges along the way" is an example of understatement in the proposal.
Sort of. Kill is to kill, but assented is a little more specific. If you need a better answer, use a thesaurus.
"Will ya marry me?"
AdVerb
The infinitive phrase "to consider the proposal" acts as the purpose or reason for the board meeting. It explains why the board met.
"too vague" means not precise enough-- too unclear to be useful. The phrase suggests a idea or proposal that is missing important details.
What role does the infinitive phrase play in the board met to consider the proposal