professed
Example Sentences
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He professed a belief in laissez-faire economics, signed the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act, and remained over-focused on the value of the U.S. dollar.
From Barron's ● Jun. 17, 2026
Susan B. Anthony, Ralph Waldo Emerson and Walt Whitman were among those who professed their belief in the revelatory power of skulls.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 29, 2026
Tritta, who was 18 when they first met online, encouraged his victim to move their communication to messaging services including WhatsApp and Snapchat, where he professed his love for her.
From BBC ● Apr. 9, 2026
Its professed goal is to prevent sickness that hurts our economic interests and overall wellbeing.
From Salon ● Feb. 28, 2026
“Young Havisham’s name was Arthur. Compeyson is the man who professed to be Miss Havisham’s lover.”
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
