claim

US /kleɪm/
UK /kleɪm/
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1.

state or assert that something is the case, typically without providing evidence or proof.

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He claims to be a direct descendant of the king.
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The company claims that its product is the best on the market.
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allegeassertdeclarestateprofess
2.

formally request or demand (an amount of money, a property, etc.) as one's due.

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You can claim compensation for the damages.
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She went to the lost and found to claim her lost wallet.
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demandrequestask forapply fortake
1.

an assertion of the truth of something, typically one that is disputed or in doubt.

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His claim that he was innocent was not believed.
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The scientist's claim was supported by new evidence.
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assertiondeclarationstatementallegationcontention
2.

a demand or request for something due or believed to be due.

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She filed a claim for unemployment benefits.
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The insurance company denied his claim for damages.
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demandrequestentitlementrightapplication
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baggage claimno-claims bonusclaim someone’s life