Example Sentences

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Claimed off Pittsburgh’s practice squad in September, he was appearing in his third game for the team.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 29, 2023

Claimed off waivers Monday, Sánchez drove Marlins’ starter Jesús Luzardo’s fastball over the wall in left.

From Washington Times • Jun. 1, 2023

Claimed success: Perry boasted repeatedly about the initiative, saying Border Patrol apprehensions dropped as a result of the state's operation.

From Salon • Apr. 18, 2022

Claimed his first Premier League goal in his 27th appearance and became the second under-21 player to score for Norwich in the league this season, along with Andrew Omobamidele.

From BBC • Jan. 16, 2022

“Aye, m’lord, I saw them. Horpe and Massey, it were. Claimed Stannis sent ’em out, but never said where or what for or when they would be back.”

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin