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

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

From Salon • Jan. 15, 2026

To take a step back from this, every one of the people who gave evidence today professed huge support for the BBC.

From BBC • Nov. 24, 2025

In the region’s biggest military buildup since the 1980s, the U.S. has deployed some of its most battle-tested weaponry to the Caribbean under the professed goal of providing muscle in the war on drugs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 30, 2025

Felix quietly professed his love to Freebie before saying goodbye and thanks to Reggie.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty