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[dih-klair] / dɪˈklɛər /




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She urged the Indonesian government to declare the fires a national disaster, "so that all resources are mobilised... to build health access for residents, rescue wildlife and so on".

From Barron's Sep. 6, 2026

The decision to declare a mistrial after seven days of deadlocked jury deliberations has left the status of the case - and Clancy's future - unclear.

From BBC Sep. 5, 2026

The lack of rain has contributed to water shortages and rationing in some communities, prompting Puerto Rico's governor to declare a state of emergency in late July.

From Science Daily Sep. 4, 2026

“We just lost our right engine and would like to declare an emergency,” a Coast Guard pilot radioed controllers on the ground, according to audio from the incident.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 2, 2026

To declare it was the easiest thing in the world.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama

If they cannot agree, the judge declares a mistrial and prosecutors must decide whether to try the case again with a new jury.

From Barron's Sep. 4, 2026

“Attention soldiers. The cold brew you deserve,” it declares, an American flag as the backdrop.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 1, 2026

In “Travelin’ Thru,” Parton raises her voice to the heavens and declares, “When I’m born again, you’re gonna see a change in me.”

From Salon Aug. 28, 2026

Rebecca Onion declares that in a crowded field of summer romance series, this is the one that will stand the test of time.

From Slate Aug. 14, 2026

“Today,” he declares, “is going to be an awesome day!”

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day

Had university officials declared any bad news on campus off-limits and dialed up a soothing Wolverine win?

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 6, 2026

The judge declared a mistrial on Friday after jurors - who had heard the testimony of dozens of witnesses and deliberated for 40 hours - failed to come to a uninanimous decision.

From BBC Sep. 5, 2026

Earlier this week, the Metropolitan Museum of Art declared it would no longer proceed with its Costume Institute’s upcoming exhibition honoring John Galliano, scheduled to debut next year.

From Salon Sep. 5, 2026

On Friday, the judge in the Lindsay Clancy case declared a mistrial after a week of jury deadlock.

From Slate Sep. 5, 2026

He raced back to his yard and, addressing himself to Amanda’s statue, declared, “I’m coming home!”

From "Abel's Island" by William Steig

Well, just declaring peace would be a help.

From MarketWatch Sep. 4, 2026

“The Audacity” returns next year for its second season with the lead character declaring, “I’m basically a deity. Semi-deity, at least.”

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 3, 2026

In July about 200 acres of land was affected by wildfires with North Wales Fire and Rescue Service declaring it a major incident.

From BBC Aug. 21, 2026

After a three-week trial in June, the jury in Los Angeles deliberated for two days before declaring itself deadlocked on the original charges.

From Barron's Aug. 19, 2026

In order to give him courage, Saul armed him with his own armour, which David cast off after putting it on, declaring that with it he could not test his true worth.

From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli




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