say something in a solemn and emphatic manner

the prime minister declared that the programme of austerity had paid off

‘I was under too much pressure,’ he declared

acknowledge possession of (taxable income or dutiable goods)

if you have something to declare customs officers will tell you the duty payable

close an innings voluntarily before all the wickets have fallen

Pakistan declared at 446 for four

announce that one holds (certain combinations of cards) in a card game