Claim

A statement presented as fact, often without conclusive evidence; an assertion of something as a right or belonging. It can also refer to the act of demanding something as one's due, especially a benefit or compensation. Furthermore, Claim can describe the action of filing a request for something, such as a Claim for insurance or a request for an item left behind. The term also encompass a region or a specific piece of land. The veracity of a Claim is often subject to scrutiny and verification, requiring proof or justification to be accepted. The strength of a Claim lies in the supporting evidence and the credibility of the claimant.

Claim meaning with examples

• The politician made a bold Claim about economic prosperity, which was immediately challenged by the opposition who highlighted contradictory statistics. Despite his Claim being disputed, he stood by his assertion, waiting to see if there was adequate proof of his claim. The public was left wondering whether to accept the Claim and the burden of proof.
• After the car accident, the insured person filed an insurance Claim to cover the repair costs. The insurance company reviewed the Claim, gathering evidence to assess the validity of the claim. It was decided that all parties must be involved to reach a compromise. The Claim adjuster then began to work towards a suitable resolution.
• Explorers staked a Claim to the vast, unexplored territory, hoping to establish a new colony and extract its resources. Settlers then came to the Claim and built upon the land they had requested. They built a town and started new businesses. Soon their Claim became a town of prosperity and joy.
• The lottery winner presented their winning ticket to make a Claim for the grand prize. The lottery officials verified the Claim by checking all of the numbers. After the review process was over, the claimant was able to get their payment. Finally, the Claim was successful and verified.