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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as in alleges
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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There were no details on the message’s contents.—
Kareem Chehayeb,
Fortune,
7 June 2026
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There were no details on the contents of the message.—
Marlene Lenthang,
NBC news,
7 June 2026
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The ultimate goal of the Artemis program is to return astronauts to the surface of the moon, where NASA intends to establish a permanent base.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
9 June 2026
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Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle said the county intends to reopen and expand their Property Tax Bridge Fund program to help support local governments and their agencies that rely primarily on property tax revenue to fund essential services.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
Verb
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This lawsuit, like numerous other similar cases that have come before it, alleges a design defect with ChatGPT itself and blames OpenAI for knowingly deploying a dangerous product.—
Cyrus Farivar,
ArsTechnica,
12 June 2026
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The lawsuit alleges that the Baltimore County Public Schools failed to correct the record despite proof that the recording was not real.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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Matchday in Panama is a blissful assault on the senses.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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At only 20 feet high, Abrams Falls’ stature isn’t its most impressive quality; however, the sheer force of water that tumbles down it is an experience to enjoy with several senses—certainly sight, but also sound and feel too.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
8 June 2026
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Tyrnauer also plans to use Tribeca Festival’s history to spark a larger conversation about cities, art, and the need for connection, examining how De Niro and Rosenthal harnessed cinema as a form of civic architecture and activism.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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Roberts plans to start Robinson behind the plate Friday, catching right-hander Roki Sasaki and giving Dalton Rushing a break after serving as the backstop for five straight games.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
Verb
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If the budget only allows for one statement piece, Del Marmol insists it should be put into your overhead light or sconces.—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
12 June 2026
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Claire insists the latter explanation can’t be true.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
12 June 2026
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The Griffins signaled their postseason intentions at the SCGA qualifier.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
12 June 2026
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Granger's intentions are honorable, and O'Donnell sparks his performance with life, making his tragic end that much more gutting.—
Eric Farwell,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 June 2026
Verb
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The press aims to champion writing that is urgent and insurgent.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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The answers are out there, and NewsNation aims to find them.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2026
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“Purports.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/purports. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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