as in confiscation
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1
as in alleging
to state as a fact usually forcefully
people who claim that they have been kidnapped by aliens from other worlds
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2
as in demanding
to ask for (something) earnestly or with authority
after many years had passed, he suddenly appeared to claim his inheritance
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3
as in destroying
to deprive of life
cancer claims hundreds of thousands of Americans each year
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as in requiring
to have as a requirement
caring for her three small children claims virtually all of her time
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Recent Examples of claiming
Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2025
To teach these fixtures of Asian American literature is thus to explain their political projects—a claiming of America that was an imperative then, if awkwardly nationalistic and settler colonialist now—while helping students also to hold the texts accountable.
—Literary Hub, 17 June 2025
Auzinea Bacon, CNN Money, 11 Apr. 2026
Guzman is also accused of preparing and filing false tax returns for her and her spouse claiming wages from MAFC and the withholding of federal taxes.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 11 Apr. 2026
But the National Collegiate Hockey Conference remains the sport's premier league by claiming eight of the past 10 national champions.
—ABC News, 11 Apr. 2026
The Masters got off to a rousing start in Thursday’s first round, with defending champion Rory McIlroy claiming a share of the lead with a 5-under 67.
—Rod Beard, AJC.com, 10 Apr. 2026
The publisher is joining a class action lawsuit against Google, claiming the company stole its writers’ work to train its LLMs.
—Francesca Cassidy, Fortune, 10 Apr. 2026
But the team has kept three goalies on the roster ever since claiming Ellis on waivers at the beginning of the season.
—Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Alternatively, last-minute filers claiming the federal deduction limit for state and local taxes, known as SALT, could still lift average payments, Lautz said.
—Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2026
Julian would dismiss the first two, claiming that wokeness gives an old, white male like him the handicap.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Noun
He was regarded as safe with the ball at his feet, with his claiming of crosses on a similar par to Martinez.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2025
To teach these fixtures of Asian American literature is thus to explain their political projects—a claiming of America that was an imperative then, if awkwardly nationalistic and settler colonialist now—while helping students also to hold the texts accountable.
—Literary Hub, 17 June 2025
Verb
The law also allows private citizens to file suit, claiming the government was defrauded and to keep a portion of any money the federal government recovers.
—Auzinea Bacon, CNN Money, 11 Apr. 2026
Guzman is also accused of preparing and filing false tax returns for her and her spouse claiming wages from MAFC and the withholding of federal taxes.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 11 Apr. 2026
But the National Collegiate Hockey Conference remains the sport's premier league by claiming eight of the past 10 national champions.
—ABC News, 11 Apr. 2026
The Masters got off to a rousing start in Thursday’s first round, with defending champion Rory McIlroy claiming a share of the lead with a 5-under 67.
—Rod Beard, AJC.com, 10 Apr. 2026
The publisher is joining a class action lawsuit against Google, claiming the company stole its writers’ work to train its LLMs.
—Francesca Cassidy, Fortune, 10 Apr. 2026
But the team has kept three goalies on the roster ever since claiming Ellis on waivers at the beginning of the season.
—Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Alternatively, last-minute filers claiming the federal deduction limit for state and local taxes, known as SALT, could still lift average payments, Lautz said.
—Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2026
Julian would dismiss the first two, claiming that wokeness gives an old, white male like him the handicap.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for claiming
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Earlier this year, officials began enforcing a nationwide ban on electronic cigarettes, with penalties that can include confiscation, fines and even detention.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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Changing laws and confiscation Attorney Laritza Diversent pointed to the frequent amendments to Cuban laws as a major warning sign for investors.—
Sarah Moreno
Updated March 24,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Chippewa Cree Tribe and Piikani Lodge Health Institute lost millions after USDA terminated 49 of 50 farm grants, alleging diversity, equity and inclusion issues and wasteful spending.—
Nora Mabie,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Apr. 2026
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Iranian Revolutionary Guards took credit for the strike, alleging the jet was brought down in southwestern Iran Friday morning.—
Olivia Rinaldi,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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She’s taken to social media, demanding answers alongside thousands of other West Virginians who have been posting screenshots of their monthly charges.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Texas Ranger introduces bodycam video Prosecutors have begun playing video of law enforcement interrogations of Tanner Horner, beginning with Texas Ranger Job Espinoza demanding that Horner tell him where Athena is and asking if the child was alive or dead when Horner left her.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Hamas’ charter calls for destroying Israel.—
Wafaa Shurafa,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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When season five begins, Ed is a leader in the separatist group the Sons and Daughters of Mars, a former agent of the ruling order now intent on destroying it.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
10 Apr. 2026
Verb
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For example, Vermont legislators have introduced legislation requiring that tech products used in school be registered and certified with the Secretary of State to prove limited data collection and the absence of addictive algorithms.—
Abby McCloskey,
Boston Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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Punish the worst offenders by requiring them to apologize, publicly, for missing the mark.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2026
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The acquisition had been arranged, according to a person familiar with the deal, largely to help Altman save face.—
Ronan Farrow,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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Montana projects targeted The Chippewa Cree Tribe in north central Montana was awarded a grant of nearly $6 million for a land acquisition project.—
Nora Mabie,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Apr. 2026
Verb
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But confusion remains over the basis of the plan for those talks, with Iran insisting on a 10-point plan that includes its full control over the Strait of Hormuz, removal of sanctions and accepting Iran's right to enrichment.—
NPR Staff,
NPR,
9 Apr. 2026
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France has been critical, insisting that the war was launched without respecting international law and that Paris was never consulted about it.—
Lorne Cook,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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In the air traffic control recording, the pilot can be heard telling the controller a pregnant passenger has gone into labor and requesting medical personnel at the gate.—
Anselm Gibbs,
ABC News,
6 Apr. 2026
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American Airlines did not return a call to The Observer requesting more information.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Apr. 2026
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“Claiming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/claiming. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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