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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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Recent Examples of claimed
Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 14 Feb. 2026
This is one of the reasons why the claimed detection of phosphine on Venus is so controversial.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 7 Oct. 2025
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
Literary Hub, 29 May 2026
Iran claimed the shutdown was a wartime necessity Iranian authorities first shut down the internet in January during mass anti-government protests that were eventually stamped out in a violent crackdown.
—Amir-Hussein Radjy, Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2026
Garrincha repaid the favour with a display of almost ludicrous menace and never left the side as Brazil claimed their first World Cup title.
—Jack Lang, New York Times, 28 May 2026
By 2020, the streamer paid an additional $11 million after Rinsch requested more funds and falsely claimed that this money would be used to complete production, prosecutors said at the time.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 28 May 2026
Via TikTok, Pattie Gonia claimed the brand claimed irreparable harm to the brand in its filing in federal court in January, but said its logo and font have never been used on any of Pattie Gonia’s e-commerce merchandise.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
Kyiv claimed that the refinery processes about 12 million tons of oil each year, including fuel to mobilize Russia's military.
—Ramy Inocencio, CBS News, 28 May 2026
This runs contrary to reporting in both Puck and Variety last week, which claimed that Hardy had been fired from the series.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 28 May 2026
The ongoing issues for Kirby Smart and his players have only increased since a tragic accident claimed the life of offensive lineman Devin Willock and recruiting staffer Chandler LeCroy following the 2022 national championship season.
—Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
Adjective
At the claimed range, this would likely mean the Chinese pilot would have been able to not only see the foreign aircraft, but may also have been able to identify the pilot (using its optical zoom equipment).
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 14 Feb. 2026
This is one of the reasons why the claimed detection of phosphine on Venus is so controversial.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 7 Oct. 2025
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
Verb
Suvali took longer to be claimed and eventually Ethan was volunteered by the room and accepted with grace.
—Literary Hub, 29 May 2026
Iran claimed the shutdown was a wartime necessity Iranian authorities first shut down the internet in January during mass anti-government protests that were eventually stamped out in a violent crackdown.
—Amir-Hussein Radjy, Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2026
Garrincha repaid the favour with a display of almost ludicrous menace and never left the side as Brazil claimed their first World Cup title.
—Jack Lang, New York Times, 28 May 2026
By 2020, the streamer paid an additional $11 million after Rinsch requested more funds and falsely claimed that this money would be used to complete production, prosecutors said at the time.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 28 May 2026
Via TikTok, Pattie Gonia claimed the brand claimed irreparable harm to the brand in its filing in federal court in January, but said its logo and font have never been used on any of Pattie Gonia’s e-commerce merchandise.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
Kyiv claimed that the refinery processes about 12 million tons of oil each year, including fuel to mobilize Russia's military.
—Ramy Inocencio, CBS News, 28 May 2026
This runs contrary to reporting in both Puck and Variety last week, which claimed that Hardy had been fired from the series.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 28 May 2026
The ongoing issues for Kirby Smart and his players have only increased since a tragic accident claimed the life of offensive lineman Devin Willock and recruiting staffer Chandler LeCroy following the 2022 national championship season.
—Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for claimed
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The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation is also investigating the alleged assault.—
Jericka Duncan,
CBS News,
2 June 2026
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The alleged stabbing was due to a confrontation between the two teenagers, according to police.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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While many people online insisted the loft should be used as a bedroom, by simply placing a mattress on the floor, Giangreco quickly ruled that out for practical reasons that mattered far more to her than aesthetics.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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Those plaintiffs also insisted that the rule would harm the health care workforce.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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The robbers displayed two guns and demanded the victims' personal property, police said.—
Josh Hernandez,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
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The group encouraged awareness and emotional discipline, discouraged alcohol and drugs, and demanded celibacy in its early years.—
JP Mangalindan,
Time,
1 June 2026
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At least 13 people were killed in the overnight assault that Ukraine’s military said involved more than 600 drones and dozens of missiles, including advanced hypersonics.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
2 June 2026
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Israel says 23 of its soldiers and four civilians have been killed over the same period.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
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He will be required to attend an alcohol treatment program, Laboeuf’s attorney, Sarah Chervinsky, told the AP.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
3 June 2026
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Hansi Flick’s squad needs trimming, and Barca also know that income through sales will be required to meet La Liga’s spending rules.—
Laia Cervelló Herrero,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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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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Still, Miami Beach officials asserted that the Fontainebleau would need approval from the city’s Historic Preservation Board to advance the project, despite the new law limiting the power of local boards to force changes.—
Aaron Leibowitz,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
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Roberts' defense asserted in its May 22 sentencing brief, unsealed Wednesday, that probation rather than prison time would be appropriate.—
Kyle Werner,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
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The person requested anonymity because they're not permitted to speak publicly about the confidential discussions.—
Kai Nicol-Schwarz,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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In July, Thomas, 30, filed a petition to establish parental relationship with the actress, 37, in Los Angeles, and requested joint legal and physical custody of Louetta, along with an order for visitation, according to documents obtained by USA TODAY.—
Liza Esquibias,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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“Claimed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/claimed. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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