professed

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Filmmakers and critics fretted, reasonably, that a Netflix acquisition would kill off the moviegoing experience for good, in light of Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos’ professed antipathy toward theater-exclusive releases.

From Slate • Feb. 27, 2026

Growing up, I was surrounded by revolutionary ideas, banned books and family and friends who professed socialist, nationalist and religious beliefs, or even a mix of these seemingly contradictory ideologies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 2026

During the interview with Radio 1 presenter Jack Saunders, the singer professed her love for the video game and asked the developers: "Please give me a skin, please".

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2026

Many observers have professed confusion over how Good, an unarmed person, can somehow be seen as a mortal threat.

From Salon • Jan. 15, 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