lay claim to
Example Sentences
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Although other places, notably the Greek island of Chios, also lay claim to Homer's origins, ancient Smyrna and its hinterland -- where Bornova is located -- are closely associated with the poet.
From Barron's ● Aug. 17, 2026
To my knowledge, Carney’s creator is neither crook nor salesman, but Whitehead can lay claim to those other two mantles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2026
Contemporary nations like Iran, Armenia, and Egypt can lay claim to being built on very old civilizations, but you could point out discontinuities and lapses in sovereignty in their histories that complicate the argument.
From Slate ● Jul. 4, 2026
It could give Craig Bellamy's side the chance to beat them and try and lay claim to being unofficial world champions.
From BBC ● Jun. 10, 2026
There's an international treaty saying no country can lay claim to anything that's not on Earth.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
