- present participle of claim.
claiming
Example Sentences
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Infantino, however, argued that such decisions are not out of the ordinary, claiming similar rulings are "routine and widely accepted in some of the biggest leagues worldwide".
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
They were not claiming the state’s police power for themselves but acting as though they already had a legitimate claim to ensuring the entire community’s safety.
From Slate ● Jul. 27, 2026
He is due to appear in court on August 3 to face fraud and money-laundering charges, which he denies, claiming to be the continued victim of "persecution."
From Barron's ● Jul. 26, 2026
If you delayed claiming until 70, his maximum survivor benefit would generally be higher than if you claimed at 67.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 24, 2026
It was almost a rule at this point: anyone claiming to have the Mona Lisa was either deeply confused or running a scam.
From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day
