claim
Translation
to assert, to demand, to take (a life)
Examples
He claimed that he was innocent.
He claimed that he was innocent.
You can claim the money back.
You can claim the money back.
The accident claimed three lives.
The accident claimed three lives.
Grammar Patterns
((that ...)) to state that something is true He claimed that he was innocent.
((sth.)) to ask for (sth.) because you have a right to it You can claim the money back.
((to-inf)) to say that you are or have done (sth.) She claimed to be a doctor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: assert, allege, declare; Antonyms: deny, refute
Etymology
From Latin 'clamare', meaning 'to cry out, shout'. Picture someone shouting to make their point.
Memory Tips
Imagine claiming your baggage at the airport; you are demanding what is rightfully yours.