n. 25B6; verb
Davies claimed that she was lying : ASSERT, declare, profess, maintain, state, hold, affirm, avow; argue, contend, allege; formal aver; archaic avouch.
no one claimed the items : LAY CLAIM TO, assert ownership of, formally request.
you can claim compensation : REQUEST, ask for, apply for; demand, exact.
the fire claimed four lives : TAKE, cause/result in the loss of.
25B6; noun
her claims that she was raped : ASSERTION, declaration, profession, affirmation, avowal, protestation; contention, allegation.
a claim for damages : REQUEST, application; demand, petition.
we have first claim on their assets : ENTITLEMENT TO, title to, right to.