profess
verb (used with object)
to lay claim to, often insincerely; pretend to.
have professed
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present perfectof profess.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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But in the weeks since massacres in Uvalde and Buffalo, many senators have professed a determination to find a path to pass a gun bill.
From Salon ● Jun. 13, 2022
All along, public health officials in New York and other cities have professed the mantra of engaging those deeply rooted in communities to convince the skeptical that the vaccine is safe.
From New York Times ● Sep. 3, 2021
Some businesses have professed support for the Black Lives Matter movement or pledged to donate money to organizations.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 12, 2020
The Seahawks have professed a lot of confidence in Thompson, and his college pedigree and what was basically a redshirt season last year give ample reason to think it’s not misplaced.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 5, 2018
They offer it mainly to evince the high estimation in which they hold the political sentiments and principles which you have professed and maintained.
From The Works of Daniel Webster, Volume 1 by Daniel Webster
