as in contents
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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as in intends
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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to state as a fact usually forcefully
he purports to be an expert in criminalistics
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Recent Examples of purports
Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2026
Instead, Trump purports to have valid cause.
—Zach Schonfeld, The Hill, 11 Jan. 2026
The law applies to state and local agencies and purports to cover federal officers operating in California, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents who have worn masks during recent neighborhood enforcement actions.
—Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 29 Dec. 2025
Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Luke purports to know his way around a few recipes.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 8 June 2026
Of particular note is a novel term for what the bureau purports to be an emerging extremism threat.
—Daniel Boguslaw, ArsTechnica, 27 May 2026
To exclude the Ute Indian Tribe from access and recognition where those rights and practices endure compounds historical harm and repudiates the very text of the Agreement the State purports to respect.
—Shaun Chapoose, Denver Post, 20 May 2026
The dissent’s methodology seems like an instance of textualism, the preferred statutory interpretation theory of most conservatives, which purports to ignore legislative purpose.
—Noah Feldman, Mercury News, 15 May 2026
The dissent’s methodology seems like an instance of textualism, the preferred statutory interpretation theory of most conservatives, which purports to ignore legislative purpose.
—Noah Feldman, Twin Cities, 14 May 2026
Is there an extra responsibility toward representation when casting media that purports to represent reality versus casting something scripted?
—Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 7 May 2026
The dress is presented alongside a 2004 Adam McEwen painting that purports to be an obituary for Kidman, a co-host of tonight’s Met Gala.
—Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 4 May 2026
Noun
Video shows corpses outside capital Meanwhile, video circulating online purports to show dozens of bodies in a morgue on the outskirts of Iran’s capital.
—Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2026
Instead, Trump purports to have valid cause.
—Zach Schonfeld, The Hill, 11 Jan. 2026
The law applies to state and local agencies and purports to cover federal officers operating in California, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents who have worn masks during recent neighborhood enforcement actions.
—Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 29 Dec. 2025
Verb
The curve purports that there is a trade-off between unemployment and inflation.
—Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Luke purports to know his way around a few recipes.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 8 June 2026
Of particular note is a novel term for what the bureau purports to be an emerging extremism threat.
—Daniel Boguslaw, ArsTechnica, 27 May 2026
To exclude the Ute Indian Tribe from access and recognition where those rights and practices endure compounds historical harm and repudiates the very text of the Agreement the State purports to respect.
—Shaun Chapoose, Denver Post, 20 May 2026
The dissent’s methodology seems like an instance of textualism, the preferred statutory interpretation theory of most conservatives, which purports to ignore legislative purpose.
—Noah Feldman, Mercury News, 15 May 2026
The dissent’s methodology seems like an instance of textualism, the preferred statutory interpretation theory of most conservatives, which purports to ignore legislative purpose.
—Noah Feldman, Twin Cities, 14 May 2026
Is there an extra responsibility toward representation when casting media that purports to represent reality versus casting something scripted?
—Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 7 May 2026
The dress is presented alongside a 2004 Adam McEwen painting that purports to be an obituary for Kidman, a co-host of tonight’s Met Gala.
—Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 4 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for purports
Noun
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Hold your canister or the opened up vacuum over the trash and tap out the contents.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
14 June 2026
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Four hours after a meal, a healthy stomach has cleared all but about 10% of its contents.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
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The family of former 49ers defensive lineman Aldon Smith intends to have his brain studied by CTE experts, according to family statement released Tuesday.—
Michael Nowels,
Mercury News,
16 June 2026
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In March, a lawyer for Partey said the player intends to plead not guilty to two new charges of rape after a woman alleged Partey twice raped her on the same day in December 2020.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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The suit alleges the group, known widely as WPATH, made deceptive claims about gender-affirming care for minors and its members profited off the claims.—
Devi Shastri,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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The lawsuit, filed June 10 in Rockdale County Superior Court, alleges the company failed to provide timely hazard information, leaving first responders and neighbors unprotected.—
Brandon Knapp,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Embr Wave is a personal thermostat for your wrist that activates your thermal senses at the touch of a button through the use of precise cooling and warming sensations.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 June 2026
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If nothing else, the commercial break gave Swiss coach Murat Yakin enough time to come to his senses.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
19 June 2026
Verb
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Kemp said the union was told that the carriage owner has suspended the driver indefinitely and plans to retire the horse involved in the accident.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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Opening dates for the new locations are still to be announced, but a representative for the brand told PEOPLE over email that the nine locations are included in 21 stores across 13 states that the chain plans to open over the next six months.—
Chiara Kim,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
Verb
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Disillusionment aside, what’s the point of a Robin Hood who insists on standing for nothing?—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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However, Sanders insists that his legislation transfers a fair amount of wealth while critically ensuring that AI benefits humanity.—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
18 June 2026
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Over the last few hours, there have been multiple statements from senior Iranian officials that make clear their deep mistrust of US intentions remains.—
Lou Robinson,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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The intentions are noble and the themes are handled with admirable complexity, but the writing is sluggish.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Verb
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By providing early warning, Vision Guard aims to give troops additional time to respond before a drone can conduct surveillance or deliver an attack.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
18 June 2026
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Departing from traditional geographical or chronological arrangements, the show aims to take advantage of the layout of the galleries, which encircle a courtyard and allow multiple entry points.—
Brian Boucher,
ARTnews.com,
17 June 2026
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“Purports.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/purports. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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