► somebody’s declared/stated aim (=an aim that someone has stated clearly)· The Department’s declared aim is targeting benefits where they are most needed.
► declared bankrupt
In 1977 he was declared bankrupt (=by a court). ► declared a disaster area
The town was declared a disaster area (=officially called a disaster area) after the floods. ► declared insolvent
The company was later declared insolvent (=officially said to be insolvent). ► declared a mistrial
The judge declared a mistrial. ► declared null and void
The contract was declared null and void.