purporting

Example Sentences

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The results followed a campaign during which videos purporting to show figures close to the Freedom party were caught discussing ways to circumvent lobbying rules or misuse public funds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

It wasn’t clear who is behind the page, or why they were using artificial intelligence while purporting to spotlight real animals in need.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

It is one of a wave of deepfakes showing often absurd scenes of urban decline, and regularly purporting to be in the same south London neighbourhood.

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026

They’ve scrutinized messages from people purporting to be the kidnappers, and on Tuesday, they questioned a man who was ultimately cleared and released.

From Salon • Feb. 13, 2026

It was unsigned, but there were several clear references which made it plain that Bunny Corcoran, or someone purporting to be him, was the author.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt