as in claiming
to state as a fact usually forcefully
she continued to insist that she was right, even in the face of overwhelming evidence to the contrary
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Recent Examples of insisting
And any candidate—left, right, or center—who forgets that will fail, because Black voters are insisting that our priorities come first.
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Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Agba refused, insisting the child was hers, according to the report.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2025
Authorities cordoned off the area and have since interviewed several participants, with officials insisting the death appears to be a singular crime.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The financial leaders who struggle are typically those insisting on narrow specialization when their organizations need broader capabilities.
—Jack McCullough, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Some Sámi responded by insisting that alcohol was a necessary medicine and crossing the border to Norway, which had less regulation, to obtain it.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 30 Aug. 2025
In April 2024, Blinken sent a letter to Gallant, Israel's defense minister at the time, reminding him that the report for NSM 20 was coming out soon and insisting more humanitarian aid get in.
—Tom Bowman, NPR, 28 Aug. 2025
Doğan disagrees, insisting on traditions must be protected.
—Ali Halit Diker, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2025
This Fixed Fire sign craves warmth and recognition, insisting on celebration and heart-centered exchanges.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Agba refused, insisting the child was hers, according to the report.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2025
Authorities cordoned off the area and have since interviewed several participants, with officials insisting the death appears to be a singular crime.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The financial leaders who struggle are typically those insisting on narrow specialization when their organizations need broader capabilities.
—Jack McCullough, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Some Sámi responded by insisting that alcohol was a necessary medicine and crossing the border to Norway, which had less regulation, to obtain it.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 30 Aug. 2025
In April 2024, Blinken sent a letter to Gallant, Israel's defense minister at the time, reminding him that the report for NSM 20 was coming out soon and insisting more humanitarian aid get in.
—Tom Bowman, NPR, 28 Aug. 2025
Doğan disagrees, insisting on traditions must be protected.
—Ali Halit Diker, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2025
This Fixed Fire sign craves warmth and recognition, insisting on celebration and heart-centered exchanges.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for insisting
Verb
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Real estate experts say claiming primary residences on different mortgages at the same time is often legal and rarely prosecuted.—
Robert Faturechi,
ProPublica,
6 Sep. 2025
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The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) has filed a lawsuit suit against the Virginia Port Authority (VPA) and its CEO Stephen Edwards, claiming the parties sought to implement semi-automated cranes at the port without consulting the union first.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Sep. 2025
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Production on the star's prior film, Being Mortal, was suspended by Searchlight Pictures in 2022 after a staffer filed a complaint against actor Bill Murray, alleging inappropriate behavior.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Sep. 2025
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The decision to stop the flow of money led Harvard to file suit in federal court in Boston, alleging constitutional and statutory violations.—
Jeannie Suk Gersen,
New Yorker,
6 Sep. 2025
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While the Caravan were representing the Southland well out of state, Lincoln-Way East was asserting its dominance back in Illinois.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Sep. 2025
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Offensive line coach Alex Mirabal said as much in late July, asserting that Okunlola — a former five-star recruit — could start at any ACC school.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
1 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Within about 90 days, many clients noticed improved clarity and productivity while maintaining sustainable practices.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
28 Aug. 2025
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The emphasis is less on turning back the clock than on maintaining skin health over time.—
Carol RH Malasig,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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In effect, the central bank is declaring climate not just an environmental threat but a financial hazard that must be priced into core monetary operations.—
Felicia Jackson,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Elsewhere a group of white residents hold up banners declaring their — and Algeria’s — allegiance to France.—
Jessica Kiang,
Variety,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Los Angeles Chargers Now would be a good time for Justin Herbert to take that leap into becoming a Super Bowl-contending quarterback.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Tucker is likely to be the most coveted available player in the sport with any number of contending teams competing to sign him.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Insisting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insisting. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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