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to claim
01
to say that something is the case without providing proof for it
Transitive: to claim sth | to claim that | to claim to do sth
Example
The controversial article regularly claims that a UFO sighting occurred last night.
Some online platforms often claim the benefits of miracle weight-loss products.
Yesterday, the politician confidently claimed that the opposition's policies were harmful.
02
to demand something as one's rightful possession
Transitive: to claim a right or property
Example
She claimed her inheritance after her father's passing.
The company claimed ownership of the intellectual property rights to the invention.
He claimed the land as his own, citing his family's long-standing connection to the area.
03
to request or demand money from the government or a company, often due to an entitlement or insurance coverage
Transitive: to claim money
Example
After the car accident, she claimed compensation from her insurance company to cover the cost of repairs.
He claimed unemployment benefits after losing his job due to company downsizing.
The injured worker claimed workers' compensation for medical expenses and lost wages.
04
to demand or require something to be considered or acknowledged
Transitive: to claim attention or acknowledgement
Example
His extraordinary performance in the audition claimed recognition from the casting director.
The unexpected turn of events claimed reassessment of the company's long-term goals.
The controversial statement made by the politician claimed scrutiny from the media.
05
to directly or indirectly cause the loss of someone's life
Transitive: to claim a life
Example
The tragic car accident claimed the lives of three passengers.
The deadly disease claimed the lives of thousands in the affected region.
The natural disaster claimed the lives of numerous residents in the coastal town.
06
to succeed in doing or achieving something
Transitive: to claim an achievement
Example
The team claimed victory in the final match of the season.
After years of hard work, she finally claimed the top spot in the company.
The actor claimed an Oscar for his outstanding performance in the film.
Claim
01
a request for an amount of money that one believes is rightful
Example
The insurance company denied his claim for damages, citing insufficient evidence.
She submitted a claim for reimbursement of medical expenses incurred during her hospitalization.
The landlord disputed the tenant 's claim to the security deposit, alleging property damage beyond normal wear and tear.
02
a statement about the truth of something without offering any verification or proof
Example
His claim that he had seen a UFO was met with skepticism.
The company 's claim about the effectiveness of their product lacked scientific evidence.
She made a claim that the painting was an original Van Gogh, but she could n't prove it.
03
a demand for something
Example
He decided to make a claim for the lost package.
After the accident, she filed a claim with the insurance company.
The employee made a claim for overtime pay.
04
one's recognized right to possess or expect something
Example
She made a claim to the inheritance left by her grandmother.
The workers had a legitimate claim to their unpaid wages.
His claim to the property was verified by the court.
05
demand for something as rightful or due
06
an informal right to something
