1
as in alleges
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 demands
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 destroys
to deprive of life
cancer claims hundreds of thousands of Americans each year
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as in needs
to have as a requirement
caring for her three small children claims virtually all of her time
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as in rights
an entitlement to something
I'm announcing my claim to that last slice of pizza
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as in interests
a legal right to participation in the advantages, profits, and responsibility of something
a shareholder has a claim in the business
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as in declarations
a solemn and often public declaration of the truth or existence of something
Galileo's claim that the moon has a very irregular surface and thus is not the perfect sphere that the ancients had imagined
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as in requests
something that someone insists upon having
young children make great claims on their parents' time
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Recent Examples of claims
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2025
However, as of November 2025, Kipley claims she is no longer allowed to use her classroom to film pump-and-pour videos — despite only doing so when students aren't around.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
The city claims that social media has launched a youth mental-health crisis, and that the undifferentiation of algorithmic logic has brought surfing videos to the fore.
—Doreen St. Félix, New Yorker, 8 Nov. 2025
Odom's family claims that leftover lasagna is even better the next day!
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 Nov. 2025
Clark County Water Reclamation District (CCWRD) claims that, this summer, Boring Company employees refused to stop dumping drilling fluids when inspectors arrived at its project site near the center of town and directed them to stop, according to the violation.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2025
Prize claims less than $600 do not require a claim form.
—Nicole Young, Nashville Tennessean, 8 Nov. 2025
These groups are extorting fleeing civilians for safe passage, Saraf claims.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 7 Nov. 2025
When the movie was being wrapped up, Robertson claims Helm wasn’t keen on shooting the additional soundstage footage that featured the Staple Singers and Emmylou Harris, and would have preferred to keep the extra cash for themselves.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 2 Nov. 2025
Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2025
The hearing also included two members of Miller's own family — her daughter and her father — who offered a counterpart to claims that Miller was an unworthy and hostile caregiver.
—Jim Riccioli, jsonline.com, 8 Nov. 2025
As impressive as these claims are on the surface, caution is needed.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2025
In recent weeks, Johnston has made unproven claims about two high-profile crimes, resulting in questions about his credibility after media outlets reported on the comments.
—Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2025
Cruz argued Carlson didn’t challenge Fuentes enough on his antisemitic claims.
—David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 8 Nov. 2025
Department officials stated on social media that the registration period for DV-2027 is not currently open, warning the public about fraudulent claims and services that falsely assert registration is available or that selection chances can be increased.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2025
Despite his claims of innocence, her husband, Scott Peterson, was convicted of her murder in 2004.
—James Mercadante, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
Police found no evidence corroborating Flores' claims about Thornlow.
—Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2025
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The company also claims that the system is integrated with unique mission planning and sonar data analysis software designed to optimize the work and workload of operators.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2025
However, as of November 2025, Kipley claims she is no longer allowed to use her classroom to film pump-and-pour videos — despite only doing so when students aren't around.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
The city claims that social media has launched a youth mental-health crisis, and that the undifferentiation of algorithmic logic has brought surfing videos to the fore.
—Doreen St. Félix, New Yorker, 8 Nov. 2025
Odom's family claims that leftover lasagna is even better the next day!
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 Nov. 2025
Clark County Water Reclamation District (CCWRD) claims that, this summer, Boring Company employees refused to stop dumping drilling fluids when inspectors arrived at its project site near the center of town and directed them to stop, according to the violation.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2025
Prize claims less than $600 do not require a claim form.
—Nicole Young, Nashville Tennessean, 8 Nov. 2025
These groups are extorting fleeing civilians for safe passage, Saraf claims.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 7 Nov. 2025
When the movie was being wrapped up, Robertson claims Helm wasn’t keen on shooting the additional soundstage footage that featured the Staple Singers and Emmylou Harris, and would have preferred to keep the extra cash for themselves.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 2 Nov. 2025
Noun
While Kyiv denied Russian claims that Ukrainian forces in Pokrovsk have already been surrounded, saying on Wednesday that active operations stopping the Russian advance were still ongoing, Ukrainian soldiers on the ground have described an increasingly grim reality.
—Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2025
The hearing also included two members of Miller's own family — her daughter and her father — who offered a counterpart to claims that Miller was an unworthy and hostile caregiver.
—Jim Riccioli, jsonline.com, 8 Nov. 2025
As impressive as these claims are on the surface, caution is needed.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2025
In recent weeks, Johnston has made unproven claims about two high-profile crimes, resulting in questions about his credibility after media outlets reported on the comments.
—Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2025
Cruz argued Carlson didn’t challenge Fuentes enough on his antisemitic claims.
—David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 8 Nov. 2025
Department officials stated on social media that the registration period for DV-2027 is not currently open, warning the public about fraudulent claims and services that falsely assert registration is available or that selection chances can be increased.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2025
Despite his claims of innocence, her husband, Scott Peterson, was convicted of her murder in 2004.
—James Mercadante, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
Police found no evidence corroborating Flores' claims about Thornlow.
—Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for claims
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But a shift in his relationship with ChaptGPT occurred in late 2024, his family alleges – several months after OpenAI released a new model, which the company described as offering a more human-like interaction by saving details from prior conversations to craft more personalized responses.—
Allison Gordon,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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What Rokita alleges in lawsuit The lawsuit argues that IPS’s policies violate Indiana law, which prohibits governmental bodies from enacting a resolution or policy that restricts employees from communicating or cooperating with federal officials about someone’s citizenship or immigration status.—
Caroline Beck,
IndyStar,
6 Nov. 2025
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Pluto in Aquarius, on the other hand, demands evolution and progress.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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That level of flexibility usually demands a network of motors and control systems.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Nov. 2025
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One such affliction is Tay-Sachs, a disease that disproportionately affects people of Ashkenazi descent and destroys brain and spinal nerve cells.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 Nov. 2025
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The movie follows a similar arc, with an additional subplot in which the creature destroys the city while under the influence of a powerful demon.—
Katie Rife,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 Oct. 2025
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Your change program needs to provide team members with continuing evidence that the changes are working and spreading.—
Phil Gilbert,
Fortune,
12 Nov. 2025
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And look, no one needs a fancy beverage fridge.—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
11 Nov. 2025
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The men also spoke about going on strike to demand basic rights, including communication with the outside world.—
Rocio Muñoz-Ledo,
CNN Money,
12 Nov. 2025
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That he was conferred the honor by a president who himself is accused of rights abuses amplified anger over the announcement, though public protests have so far been muted.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
11 Nov. 2025
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This has given the conflict a religious coloration, and political elites have also chosen to politicize the conflict to negotiate power and other interests, which has complicated the problem.—
Tom O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Best Gifts for Teens When looking for gifts for teens, consider products that align with their interests and passions, such as a practical bucket hat inspired by their favorite K-pop show or a fun crochet kit.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
6 Nov. 2025
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According to declarations filed by state officials, system rewrites required to implement USDA’s reduction tables could take weeks or months to complete, leaving many recipients temporarily without benefits.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Nov. 2025
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Relatives may also be in possession of advance declarations the patient made while still able to communicate.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
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Both Lillig and his attorney, Sean Pickett, did not respond to requests for comment Wednesday.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
6 Nov. 2025
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Tesla did not respond to a requests for comment, but the board has strongly advocated for this pay package in SEC filings and public comments.—
Camila Domonoske,
NPR,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Claims.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/claims. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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