claimed
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She claimed to come from oil money; her mother was a “monster” who was intent on cutting her out of the family fortune; she had a job, but never actually worked at it.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
The development group bought its land from numerous wealthy companies and families who claimed ownership.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
Cipriani claimed Shell turned to him for protection against potential bad publicity.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
Having claimed to have knocked on every door in the constituency several times, as Reform UK has, team Burnham's approach is to send their candidate to speak to undecided voters personally, often about local issues.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
At the pier, John Harvey had claimed his lucky spot at the end.
From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn
