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Meanings of claiming in English

Catalan
afirmació

Act of explicitly stating one's belief in a fact or opinion.

afirmació
Usage of claiming in English
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Islamic State released a statement on its Amaq news agency claiming responsibility.
The Guardian
2
If I cancel will I have future problems claiming my state pension?
The Guardian
3
Already Free Syrian Army rebels are claiming control of oil assets elsewhere.
Reuters
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Islamic State did not immediately issue any statement claiming or disowning Badeni.
Reuters
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There were pressing matters claiming Adam's attention, important cases involving major clients.
Rage of angels
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On Earth, there are two quite different races claiming the name 'troll'.
The folklore of discworld
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He said there had been no contact from any group claiming responsibility.
Reuters
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After claiming she needed help and housing, her true identity was revealed.
News.com.au
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Data on claiming of Social Security benefits also points toward delayed retirement.
Reuters
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Last week it issued a statement claiming the programme was legitimising racism.
The Guardian
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With no official result, candidates have been claiming victory and alleging fraud.
Reuters
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Fewer people are claiming benefits than at any point since March 2009.
Radio NZ
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Wurtham cut off all funding today, claiming 'questionable background.' Thinks he's untouchable.
Shades of gray
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However, some balked at the plan, claiming that it circumvents due process.
Wired
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The opposition, however, has refused to concede defeat after claiming widespread cheating.
Reuters
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World champions Germany won gold, with world number three Serbia claiming silver.
News.com.au
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Catalan
afirmació
Claiming through the time
Claiming across language varieties
Australia
Common
South Africa
Common
Ireland
Common
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