Grammar fix
put forward
propose (an idea, suggestion, or plan) for consideration
to suggest an idea, plan, or opinion for other people to think about or discuss, especially in a formal or group setting.
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
During the meeting, she put forward a new strategy to improve team productivity.
In my opinion, it's important for employees to feel comfortable putting forward suggestions, as this can lead to innovation in the workplace.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: She put forward of a new plan.
Say: She put forward a new plan. / She put a new plan forward.
'Put forward' takes the idea directly — no 'of'.
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'Put forward' is the natural (if slightly formal) verb for proposing an idea; 'advance a proposition' is pompous.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
put forward + proposal
- a proposal
- an idea
- a suggestion
- a name