What does claim mean

Meaning of claim: to ask for compensation.

Pronunciation: suǒ péi.

Citation: 'Life': the equipment at the level crossing was damaged by a truck, and the railroad is preparing to claim compensation from the perpetrator.

Near synonyms: recovery, compensation.

Analysis: a claim is when a person or organization believes that they have suffered a loss due to another person's negligence, tort, breach of contract, etc., and they file a claim with the appropriate agency or court for financial compensation.

A claim usually involves the victim providing evidence and proof of their loss and attempting to obtain reasonable compensation through the legal process. Claims can occur in different areas and scenarios, such as vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, labor disputes, and so on. For example, I want to make a claim against him.

Claims in sentences

1.We filed a claim with the insurance company for compensation.

2. He was injured in the car accident and is now going through the claims process for compensation for his injuries.

3. Our house was burglarized and we are going to file a property damage claim with the police.

4. Substandard materials were used in this product and we have decided to file a claim with the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

5. During my trip, my luggage was lost by the airline, and I intend to file a lost luggage claim with them.

6. My cell phone was damaged during repair, and I intend to file a claim with the repair store for a refund or repair.

7. I intend to file a claim with the hospital for medical compensation for damage to my body caused by medical malpractice.

8、Our business has suffered a huge financial loss due to a breach of contract, and we plan to file a claim against the other company.

9. There are serious hygiene problems in the house we rent, and we plan to file a claim for rent reduction against the landlord.

10、My loved one was killed in a traffic accident, and we plan to file a death benefit claim against the responsible party.