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declare

[dih-klair] / dɪˈklɛər /




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“Many customers remain unaffected but we have had to declare force majeure in some cases for certain products,” a spokesperson said Monday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

"If we're going to declare a ceasefire, it shouldn't be for just one day," said 58-year-old economist Maryna.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

Bruce Coss said the protest was not permitted and that at about 2:30 p.m., protesters were “obstructing the street” and “stopping cars,” prompting police to declare an unlawful assembly and evacuate the area.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

On 24 March, the Philippines, which imports 98% of its oil from the Middle East, became the first country to declare a national energy emergency after petrol prices more than doubled.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Before the law could declare him to be just another piece of property subject to disposal as the tailor’s heirs saw fit, Jones applied to the courts for protection and obtained a certificate of freedom.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield




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