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claimant

[kley-muhnt] / ˈkleɪ mənt /
NOUN
petitioner
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK


Example Sentences

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For 10 years — and counting — lawyers and judges have attempted to determine what claimants are due and whether Pacquiao in particular suffered reputational damage along the way.

From Los Angeles Times

"I am satisfied that that was neither requested nor authorised by the claimants."

From BBC

The amount households receive in benefits and the number of claimants are not changing as a result of this revision.

From BBC

"Plus, a favourable decision from the Supreme Court would both disincentivise and cover potential opt-outs," he added in a reference to those claimants who might reject the proposed settlement.

From Barron's

"We find that the asking of those questions had the effect of violating the claimant's dignity and creating a degrading and humiliating environment."

From BBC