1
as in to announce
to make known openly or publicly
she chose to declare her presidential aspirations at her college alma mater
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2
as in to insist
to state as a fact usually forcefully
she would declare her innocence to the whole world if she could
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3
as in to assert
to state clearly and strongly
our guest enthusiastically declared that the pie was the best he had ever eaten
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4
as in to reveal
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
though she was silent, her expression declared her unwillingness to go along with the others
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Recent Examples of declare
The lawsuit was reported earlier by the New York Post, which identified Balfe as a Ground Zero first responder and Durnan as the owner of multiple boats docked in Montauk, including the Sea Ray 540, where Nolan was declared dead.
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Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Crow underwent a lumpectomy and seven weeks of radiation therapy and was declared cancer-free.
—Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 15 Aug. 2025
As a response to the declining population, California has declared the tortoise as endangered under the state's Endangered Species Act.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 14 Aug. 2025
Two girls from the sailboat, ages 7 and 13, were declared dead on arrival at a hospital, and two others were in critical condition after their rescue, the Coast Guard said.
—Susannah Cullinane, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2025
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Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Crow underwent a lumpectomy and seven weeks of radiation therapy and was declared cancer-free.
—Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 15 Aug. 2025
As a response to the declining population, California has declared the tortoise as endangered under the state's Endangered Species Act.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 14 Aug. 2025
Two girls from the sailboat, ages 7 and 13, were declared dead on arrival at a hospital, and two others were in critical condition after their rescue, the Coast Guard said.
—Susannah Cullinane, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for declare
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While Ragnow announced his retirement this offseason, that offensive line should still be able to create plenty of holes for Gibbs and Montgomery.—
Robert Marvi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Aug. 2025
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With the plans for the statue announced a year ago, Riley’s honor will come Feb. 22, when the Lakers host the long-time Riley rival Boston Celtics at Crypto.com Arena.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
16 Aug. 2025
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The line inspired a heated debate with many online critics insisting the ad was a dog whistle promoting white supremacy.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Aug. 2025
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Some would insist this is a wink-wink of trying to play both sides of the gambit at the same time, see my discussion at the link here.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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There’s this pressure as a young woman to assert yourself so that you’re taken seriously.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
7 Aug. 2025
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Hall worked tirelessly to seize opportunities to assert Republicans' power as the minority party.—
Clara Hendrickson,
Freep.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Further, staggered flashbacks reveal Corry’s lifelong anxiety over abandonment, stemming from the death of her mother in childbirth; the personal resonance of her mission at work to heal young families facing death and disease becomes poignantly clear.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
16 Aug. 2025
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His Monday meeting in the Oval Office with Zelensky will likely reveal an evolution in their relationship, and Trump’s view of Putin, since their ghastly February blowout.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
16 Aug. 2025
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Vince proclaimed his love for Jess (Jurnee Smollett).—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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According to the folks at National Calendar Day, the city of Buffalo, New York, in 1977 proclaimed July 29 to be National Chicken Wing Day.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
30 July 2025
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Thinking about his experiences on The Bachelor and Perfect Match, Clayton claimed that the editing misrepresented his connection with Rachel.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The pair claims Kineto is capable of building bridges between creative people, small businesses and no-code platforms, contributing to the emergence of a creative developer economy where people will create their own personal web applications.—
Adrian Bridgwater,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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This isn't the first time the Bronx singer has professed her love of baggy denim, and what better time to wear them with a midriff-baring crop top than August?—
Luz García,
Glamour,
8 Aug. 2025
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In a call to J & M’s corporate offices, the company professed not to know anything about it.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Sportico.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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For example, china sets, silverware, crystal, and collectibles will all bring a more showstopping effect when displayed altogether.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Aug. 2025
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However, those who are less party-minded will love other events like the Classic Car Parade, and should plan on visiting the oversized flower displays that decorate the city.—
Carley Rojas Ávila,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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“Declare.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/declare. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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