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KLAYM/kleɪm/

To claim is to say something is true, often without proof. He claimed he was ill. Prove needs evidence; argue is more about giving reasons. Claim also means ask for something you have a right to: claim a refund, claim insurance. A claim is the noun. In news, claimed is a warning that it may not be fact.

Meaning

To say that something is true, often without proof.

Examples

• “He claimed he had never seen the bag.”
• “The company claims the product is safe.”
• “You can claim a refund within 14 days.”

Good to know

claim (that) + clause. claim a refund. Stronger with proof: prove.

Near in meaning

assert

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