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 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 by the Detroit Lions, he lasted five days there before a trade to the New York Jets.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 16, 2022

Laura Kenny - Claimed the madison title with cycling partner Katie Archibald to become the first British woman to win gold at three Olympics.

From BBC • Sep. 12, 2021

“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