as in meaning
the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action
was able to give the purport of the governor's speech in a few words
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1
as in to intend
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
do you purport to spend the rest of your life on that couch, or do you think you might get a job someday?
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2
as in to allege
to state as a fact usually forcefully
he purports to be an expert in criminalistics
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Recent Examples of purport
Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
Links to ActBlue, a Democratic fundraising platform, were not flagged, according to a video the company purported showed proof of bias.
—Angele Latham, The Tennessean, 30 Aug. 2025
The names of the three people who died in the crash have not been released, and video purporting to be from the cab of his truck appears to show Singh react to the crash with almost no remorse.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2025
North Korean soldiers fire a multiple rocket launcher during footage published August 22 purported to show Korean People's Army operations in the Russia-Ukraine war.
—Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Aug. 2025
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Verb
The origin of this purported rift dates back to the final game of the 2024 regular season, when Hill not only prematurely pulled himself out of the game but essentially asked for a trade.
—Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
Links to ActBlue, a Democratic fundraising platform, were not flagged, according to a video the company purported showed proof of bias.
—Angele Latham, The Tennessean, 30 Aug. 2025
The names of the three people who died in the crash have not been released, and video purporting to be from the cab of his truck appears to show Singh react to the crash with almost no remorse.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2025
North Korean soldiers fire a multiple rocket launcher during footage published August 22 purported to show Korean People's Army operations in the Russia-Ukraine war.
—Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for purport
Noun
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Actively choose intentionality and meaning.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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At a time when loneliness and isolation are rising around the world, families—though never perfect—remain one of life’s strongest sources of stability and meaning.—
Russell M. Nelson,
Time,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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However, they were limited to single steps to tackle multi-surface flooring and not intended for use on stairs.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
4 Sep. 2025
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Although grand juries are intended to provide a check on prosecutorial power, Blackman said that check can become a shield against justice when used this way.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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During his time on the run, Tom is alleged to have committed a series of crimes, including a robbery in the Waikato region, according to New Zealand police.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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The Bundy family’s statement noted this and said their destination was not clandestine, as the FBI document alleged.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Bryce Young has to be better After building up an immense sense of goodwill, locally and nationally, with his second-half performance from last year, Young essentially melted away in the Jacksonville heat.—
DIAMOND VENCES,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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Giving people a greater sense of agency.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Plus-size travelers are encouraged to plan and research seat dimensions, potentially budgeting for an extra seat.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Under the previous deal, the bonds were tied up with gate revenues, which took a hit during the pandemic, so the club’s owners — via Lewis — refinanced the loans, incurring a £32m break cost to end the loan sooner than planned.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Troost-Ekong Pushes Back Against Doubters Visionhaus/Getty Images Captain William Troost-Ekong drew on Nigeria’s history while insisting this is a fresh challenge.—
Sindiswa Mabunda,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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In the lead-up to this revenge match, Rodgers insisted that this was Week 1, and only Week 1.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Every ingredient is patented, clinically tested, and dosed with intent.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Steven Lawson, one of the three men convicted in connection with the Crystal Rogers disappearance, has filed notice of intent to appeal in the case, according to court documents.—
Lillian Metzmeier,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Make your vehicle visible to others both ahead of you and behind you by using your low-beam headlights since this means your taillights will also be on.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
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This is what 93% containment means The percentage indicates how much of the fire perimeter has been surrounded by a control line.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Purport.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/purport. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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