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verb

past tense of proclaim

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of proclaimed
Adjective
Stitched together, these scenes form a meandering narrative that responds to Wilson’s own proclaimed curiosities, but also apertures onto thornier and more existential topics. — Lila Allen, Architectural Digest, 18 Sep. 2026 Its proclaimed intention was not merely to change the ways of art and literature but to transform life itself. — Susan Rubin Suleiman, The New York Review of Books, 4 July 2026 Right now, the Softies Marshmallow 2-Piece Lounge Set, one of her proclaimed favorites, is on sale thanks to an on-page coupon. — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
Verb
Another article this year from Rolling Stone proclaimed that monoculture ended in 2016. — Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2026 Cottonseed boosters proclaimed a transformation of waste into wealth. — Edward D. Melillo, The Conversation, 30 Sep. 2026 The Greek columns on its facade, south of downtown on the corner of Holman and Austin Streets, proclaimed the stability— the unimpeachable correctness—of one of the city’s most enduring institutions. — Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2026 Along with the statewide proclamation, the governor proclaimed emergencies in multiple counties that were hit hard by recent storms, including Santa Barbara County. — Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026 The city first proclaimed the day in 2021 to recognize the rapper's community service, music career and efforts to set a positive example for young people. — Christopher Harris, CBS News, 14 Sep. 2026 Billboards and banners proclaimed a state or city’s love for Canada. — Rio Yamat, Fortune, 6 Sep. 2026 The right of women to the ballot was formally made a part of the constitution of the United States today when Secretary of State Colby proclaimed ratification of the nineteenth amendment. — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 26 Aug. 2026 In 2024, when the National Electoral Council proclaimed Nicolás Maduro the winner of the presidential election without publishing the results, opposition tallies indicated the opposition candidate, Edmundo González, had won. — Catherine Ellis, Miami Herald, 19 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proclaimed
Adjective
  • The pipeline includes financial services, healthcare, industrials and consumer businesses, although many names remain at the announced or preparation stage rather than being CMA-approved.
    — Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 30 Sep. 2026
  • The announced tour dates include the San Francisco preview, the Radio City premiere and Chicago (January 30); Mexico City (March 6); Guadalajara (April 17); Monterrey (April 24); Toronto (May 29); Montréal (July 17); and Vancouver (July 24).
    — Greg Evans, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • In what is considered Clone Saga’s most controversial twist in the books, Ben Reilly at one point is declared the real Spider-Man and Peter Parker the clone — a switch that eventually was reversed after backlash from fans.
    — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2026
  • On Monday, The New York Times reported that FBI employees had received an internal email that declared the hack to be a cybersecurity incident and acknowledged that personal information of some employees had been stolen.
    — Sarah N. Lynch, CBS News, 29 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • Still, at the end, the Astros required less heralded players to help them to an 81-81 finish.
    — Matt Kawahara, Houston Chronicle, 27 Sep. 2026
  • The Southfield, Michigan native was a heralded three-star recruit for the Jayhawks and won a QB competition against Cole Ballard, but the feisty Missouri defense will be the first real test of his college career.
    — PJ Green September 8, Kansas City Star, 8 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • And while The Atlantic has published largely skeptical coverage of major AI companies and their products’ impact on society, Thompson’s tone, in his podcasts and LinkedIn posts, has been more optimistic.
    — Max Tani, semafor.com, 5 Oct. 2026
  • There was another surge in the 1990s, due largely to the effort of Connecticut native Jim Beloff, who published a series of popular ukulele songbooks and also helped design sleek new ukulele models called The Fluke and The Flea.
    — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 4 Oct. 2026
Adjective
  • These are two of the more publicized stories of his generosity and attachment to Louisville, but 2X says the support Miller has offered the city goes well beyond the Robertson and Tyus families.
    — Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 29 Aug. 2025
  • The board of directors then pushed Haney out as CEO amid highly publicized quarreling.
    — Molly Liebergall, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • The fine print decides the real value The advertised number rarely tells the full story.
    — Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Just remember to compare the total cost, including fees, and not only take in the advertised rate.
    — Craig Lebrau, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • Federal prohibition still locks plant-touching brands out of Meta, Google, most broadcast and print channels, and, sometimes, even basic financial plumbing.
    — Peter Su, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • In separate filings, both media outlets raised questions as to the validity of the NFL’s broadcast antitrust exemption, a provision established under the Sports Broadcasting Act of 1961.
    — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 3 Apr. 2026

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“Proclaimed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proclaimed. Accessed 6 Oct. 2026.

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