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
Lauren Clark, CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
Benefits can begin as early as age 62, but claiming early typically means accepting a smaller monthly payment.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2026
Trump set April 6 as a deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, claiming talks are progressing well, though Iran denies negotiations.
—Aamer Madhani, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2026
In 1958, their relationship became public after a Chicago columnist published an account of Davis and Novak’s connection, claiming they could soon be married.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 28 Mar. 2026
This may involve entering false information from forms such as W-2s or 1099s, or claiming withholding that never actually occurred.
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2026
Musk also sued Media Matters for America, claiming its reporting triggered the advertiser exodus.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 27 Mar. 2026
Although Wintzell's Oyster House doesn't require patrons to show ID when claiming free oysters, the Rushes were proud to display theirs.
—Sydney Page The Washington Post, Arkansas Online, 22 Mar. 2026
The law firm that defended Watercrest in one of those cases has sued, claiming it has not been paid its legal fees of $52,773.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 21 Mar. 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
Around this time Denise and Aaron filed a civil lawsuit against the City of Vallejo claiming defamation and emotional distress.
—Lauren Clark, CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
Benefits can begin as early as age 62, but claiming early typically means accepting a smaller monthly payment.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2026
Trump set April 6 as a deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, claiming talks are progressing well, though Iran denies negotiations.
—Aamer Madhani, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2026
In 1958, their relationship became public after a Chicago columnist published an account of Davis and Novak’s connection, claiming they could soon be married.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 28 Mar. 2026
This may involve entering false information from forms such as W-2s or 1099s, or claiming withholding that never actually occurred.
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2026
Musk also sued Media Matters for America, claiming its reporting triggered the advertiser exodus.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 27 Mar. 2026
Although Wintzell's Oyster House doesn't require patrons to show ID when claiming free oysters, the Rushes were proud to display theirs.
—Sydney Page The Washington Post, Arkansas Online, 22 Mar. 2026
The law firm that defended Watercrest in one of those cases has sued, claiming it has not been paid its legal fees of $52,773.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for claiming
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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
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Over the decades there have been many reports of abuse endured by migrant workers in the region, including passport confiscation, wage theft and violence — including torture and death.—
Ashley Westerman,
NPR,
17 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The nine-page complaint asks for construction to be halted, alleging the developer never went to the Michigan City Board of Zoning Appeals.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
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Back in November 2024, a whistleblower filed a complaint with the National Labor Relations Board alleging, among other issues, misuse of resources and abuse of power at the union.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
28 Mar. 2026
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Henry had led the victim’s parents and the public on for weeks, demanding a million francs in ransom when the child was already dead.—
Lauren Collins,
New Yorker,
1 Apr. 2026
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Julie Inman Grant, who is Australia's eSafety Commissioner, on Tuesday released her first compliance report since those laws took effect demanding 10 platforms remove all Australian account-holders younger than 16.—
ROD McGUIRK THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Pentagon has generally lumped it into the first objective of destroying Iran’s missile capability.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
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But there may be an answer, or at least a compromise that will satisfy those unhappy with the idea of destroying a usable building.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Instead of requiring county behavioral health departments to get involved directly, the bill proposes that such requests be added to the existing CARE Court process.—
Kelly Davis,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
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But requiring all 3- or 4-year-olds to participate in a public preschool program or pretending that child care will produce better outcomes for all children doesn’t hold up to the data.—
Abby McCloskey,
Twin Cities,
29 Mar. 2026
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But Viktor Arvidsson, who assisted on all three regulation goals and is proving to be a fantastic acquisition, beat Greaves on a backhander to cash the two highly improbable points.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
30 Mar. 2026
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Texas’ big offseason trade acquisition, left-hander MacKenzie Gore, will make his first start for the Rangers against Philadelphia lefty Jesus Luzardo.—
Jim Barnes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Tuchel tried to put a brave face on it afterwards, insisting that every team in the world would miss a player of Kane’s quality, and that his England team have won games without Kane in the past and will do so again in the future.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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The industry is bracing for massive jobs cuts, which Ellison has played down and did again Friday, insisting the combined company will operate more efficiently but also grow.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
30 Mar. 2026
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The applicant also included a follow-up email explaining the scope of the work and requesting payment within 14 days.—
Darlin Tillery,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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The company’s telephone number wasn’t connecting, and no one responded to an email requesting further information.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Claiming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/claiming. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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