the above proposal vs above proposal

Examples:

• The above proposal outlines a new strategy for increasing sales.
• Please refer to the above proposal for more details on the budget allocation.
• I agree with the above proposal to expand our product line.
• The above proposal seems feasible given the current market conditions.
• Let's review the above proposal before making a decision.

Alternatives:

• the proposal mentioned above
• the aforementioned proposal
• the earlier proposal
• the preceding proposal
• the previously mentioned proposal

Examples:

• The above proposal on the bulletin board caught my attention.
• Please review the above proposal before moving on to the next one.
• The above proposal in the stack of papers needs to be revised.
• The above proposal in the document is highlighted for your reference.
• The above proposal on the list is the most recent one.

Alternatives:

• the proposal located above
• the higher proposal
• the proposal positioned above
• the proposal on top
• the proposal above the rest