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as in insisted
to state as a fact usually forcefully
people who claim that they have been kidnapped by aliens from other worlds
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as in demanded
to ask for (something) earnestly or with authority
after many years had passed, he suddenly appeared to claim his inheritance
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as in killed
to deprive of life
cancer claims hundreds of thousands of Americans each year
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as in required
to have as a requirement
caring for her three small children claims virtually all of her time
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as in alleged
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Recent Examples of claimed
Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 9 Aug. 2025
Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 2 Oct. 2025
Trump dropped a pending Securities and Exchange lawsuit against his key financial backer Binance that claimed the company was misleading its customers and diverting their funds.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
In 2020, astronomers led by Jane Greaves of the University of Cardiff claimed to have detected the gas phosphine in the atmosphere of Venus.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 1 Oct. 2025
This marked a slight increase on figures from August, during which time Moscow claimed to have downed 2,786 Ukrainian drones at an average rate of nearly 90 per day.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 1 Oct. 2025
Goodwin claimed Reid was disguised as a delivery driver for Deliveroo, a British online food delivery company, and traveled on an e-bike during all three shootings, the outlet reported.
—Nicole Acosta, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
The city claimed Redneck Revolt violated anti-paramilitary law, among others.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 1 Oct. 2025
Vance falsely claimed the talks broke down because Democrats are fighting to extend healthcare coverage for people in the country illegally.
—Brian Bennett, Time, 1 Oct. 2025
The fastest, the Jesko Absolut, is claimed to reach 330 mph by tweaking the aerodynamics, reducing drag, and increasing stability.
—Ben Oliver, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
And, of course, there is Elon's Starlink and all the claimed internet connections that run with T-Mobile's 5G.
—Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 9 Aug. 2025
Adjective
According to Instacart's Sweet Tooth study, Utah claimed the crown for the most candy purchased in October 2024.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 2 Oct. 2025
Trump dropped a pending Securities and Exchange lawsuit against his key financial backer Binance that claimed the company was misleading its customers and diverting their funds.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
In 2020, astronomers led by Jane Greaves of the University of Cardiff claimed to have detected the gas phosphine in the atmosphere of Venus.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 1 Oct. 2025
This marked a slight increase on figures from August, during which time Moscow claimed to have downed 2,786 Ukrainian drones at an average rate of nearly 90 per day.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 1 Oct. 2025
Goodwin claimed Reid was disguised as a delivery driver for Deliveroo, a British online food delivery company, and traveled on an e-bike during all three shootings, the outlet reported.
—Nicole Acosta, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
The city claimed Redneck Revolt violated anti-paramilitary law, among others.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 1 Oct. 2025
Vance falsely claimed the talks broke down because Democrats are fighting to extend healthcare coverage for people in the country illegally.
—Brian Bennett, Time, 1 Oct. 2025
The fastest, the Jesko Absolut, is claimed to reach 330 mph by tweaking the aerodynamics, reducing drag, and increasing stability.
—Ben Oliver, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for claimed
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And yet class-action lawsuits filed against major health insurers have alleged that flawed AI models undermine doctor recommendations and fail to take patients’ unique needs into account, forcing some people to shoulder the financial burden of their care.—
Lauren Sausser,
Miami Herald,
30 Sep. 2025
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After an investigation, police alleged that Chyann Janes, 31, stole more than $30,000 worth of jewelry from multiple patients in her care.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
30 Sep. 2025
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Over 100 residents attended and demanded transparency about what the land would be used for.—
Miranda Dunlap,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Yields on French government bonds – or the interest rate demanded by investors – have risen above those of Spanish, Portuguese and Greek bonds, which were once at the heart of the eurozone debt crisis.—
Saskya Vandoorne,
CNN Money,
6 Oct. 2025
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The topic of free speech, particularly on college campuses, made recent headlines after conservative activist Charlie Kirk was killed during an event at Utah State University.—
Hannah Pinski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
2 Oct. 2025
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According to News4 San Antonio, four people inside the home were injured in the shooting along with Marble, who was killed.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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Under long-standing (and still existing) federal law, hospitals are required to treat, stabilize or transfer anyone presenting with a serious medical condition that could be considered an emergency.—
Todd Spangler,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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So a good game from Prescott may be required to come away with a Week 5 win.—
Reice Shipley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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For example, there are two kinds of pinkwashing – one appropriates the pink breast cancer awareness ribbon to sell products, while the other involves flaunting purported support for LGBTQ+ rights.—
Melissa Mohr,
The Christian Science Monitor,
23 Jan. 2023
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That Hochul had many other options and still chose LaSalle shows either a lack of conviction in her purported beliefs or severe political ineptitude.—
Prem Thakker,
The New Republic,
13 Jan. 2023
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Denmark insisted on safeguards for women and children and for Haiti to do more to address the root causes of instability and carry out reforms in its governance system.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
30 Sep. 2025
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The former congresswoman insisted a shutdown must be avoided.—
Julia Manchester,
The Hill,
30 Sep. 2025
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The parents requested Alverno continue services to the end of the school year, May 22, 2026.—
Gina Lee Castro,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Officers at the scene requested medical attention for a security guard and two other people who suffered gunshot wounds.—
Lia Russell,
Sacbee.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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Police and army inspect damage to a house destroyed by debris from a shot down Russian drone in the village of Wyryki-Wola, eastern Poland, on September 10, 2025.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Archaeologists believe the castle was either dismantled due to structural issues or destroyed by enemies.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Claimed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/claimed. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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