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as in waiver
a document containing a declaration of an intentional giving up of a right, claim, or privilege
one brother filed a disclaimer, allowing all of the estate to go to his poorer siblings
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as in denial
a refusal to confirm the truth of a statement
the intelligence agency's pro forma disclaimer of any involvement in the assassination plot
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Recent Examples of disclaimer
What players should know The Hoosier Lottery has added a disclaimer to the game's webpage advising players who wish to file a complaint or protest regarding a ticket to complete a formal claim form or contact lottery officials directly.
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Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 3 June 2026
The restaurant must now post a public disclaimer admitting past false sustainability and sourcing claims.
—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
What type of disclaimer can my friend put in the invitations this year to let everyone know that failing to contribute is no longer acceptable?
—Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 2 June 2026
Even before his conviction, his 2024 indictment spooked the industry and led some short sellers to beef up legal disclaimers.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 2 June 2026
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Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 3 June 2026
The restaurant must now post a public disclaimer admitting past false sustainability and sourcing claims.
—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
What type of disclaimer can my friend put in the invitations this year to let everyone know that failing to contribute is no longer acceptable?
—Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 2 June 2026
Even before his conviction, his 2024 indictment spooked the industry and led some short sellers to beef up legal disclaimers.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disclaimer
Noun
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Lee and Goldschmidt are two hot hitters on the waiver wire who could provide a boost to fantasy managers.—
Mike Barner,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Outman, who was claimed on waivers from Minnesota on Thursday, drove a sinker from Bibee into the stands in right-center on a 2-2 count to lead off the third.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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The game flipped right after with a 10-2 spearheaded by Brunson, who no longer faced a flurry of denials on every single offensive possession.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
14 June 2026
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Iran has been beset with logistical problems since then, including the denial of visas for certain members of its delegation.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 June 2026
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Rather than dwell on the rejection, the two quickly shift gears and discuss 10 Petal's upcoming 190th anniversary celebration.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
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The popularity of social media — where everyone posts their personal business online — has turned rejection into a public spectacle, beyond your friend group, school, community or neighborhood.—
Avni Trivedi,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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“Disclaimer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disclaimer. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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