purporting

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Researchers who track publicly available images and other information have pointed to photos purporting to show French Mirage fighters and Chinese Wing Loong drones—both used by the U.A.E.—in action in Iran.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

The attacks work by sending messages purporting to come from Signal support, like fake security alerts or invites to join group chats.

From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026

Jodie was then bombarded with missed calls and messages from two numbers purporting to be Garfield's mother and father, but she was sure he was behind it all.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 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 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