claiming

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In their statement, the athletes hail the north of England's "world-class venues", claiming it can build on the legacy of London 2012.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

I’m not claiming that he’s overcompensating, but, yeah, he is.

From Salon • Jun. 19, 2026

A local nonprofit sued the administration, claiming it sidestepped required reviews before undertaking the project in mid-April.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

The Social Security Administration offers free assistance on claiming benefits — and, once you become eligible for Medicare, from your state’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 18, 2026

Suddenly he was beside her, claiming her as his sister, showing her as proof the cloak he wore, the work of her hands, which she had wrapped him in when he went away.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton