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propose a toast

vb. (context idiomatic English) An introductory phrase, preceding a brief accolade to someone or something, after which all present ceremonially sip their champagne (or dump their beverage on the floor to express disagreement.)

Usage examples of "propose a toast".

A gust of laughter followed, until Patrek Mallister climbed up onto a table to propose a toast to Edmure's one-eyed fish.

Since it was obvious to the dullest wits that Emerson was not about to propose a toast, Sethos did so.

Occasionally someone would propose a toast to Raif or Stillborn, and the Maimed Men would rouse themselves to grunt their support.

George presented Diana with a beautifully tooled, leather jewelry case and then rose to propose a toast to her.

Before either number one could propose a toast, two stewards appeared.

He stood up suddenly, raised his hand as if to propose a toast, caught himself, and sat down.