as in alleges
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 insists
Wilson insists that MacInnes told her that an incident in September 2023, during which MacInnes and Ghost shared a bath in swimsuits, had made the young actress uncomfortable.
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Jake Kanter, Deadline, 8 May 2026
However, everyone insists her two absences were not related to that.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 8 May 2026
But while Annabelle has closed, Pearson’s is still going strong despite rumors to the contrary, Promise insists.
—Julio Ojeda-Zapata, Twin Cities, 8 May 2026
The timing suggests the FCC sought to punish ABC over Kimmel, but Carr insists that was not the case.
—David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 8 May 2026
However, Cupich insists Leo is also continuing the work of the Second Vatican Council, the 1962-65 gathering of bishops, which laid out a blueprint for the contemporary Church.
—Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
Heinz insists the effort to remove Nanos has nothing to do with the Guthrie case and everything to do with the sheriff's record.
—Jonathan Vigliotti, CBS News, 8 May 2026
If your partner insists on knowing the passcode to your phone or emails and consistently tracks your location, this is likely yet another ploy for control.
—Joy Harden Bradford, AJC.com, 7 May 2026
Angels general manager Perry Minasian insists better days lie ahead despite mounting losses, failed free-agent acquisitions, and a struggling farm system.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Jake Kanter, Deadline, 8 May 2026
However, everyone insists her two absences were not related to that.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 8 May 2026
But while Annabelle has closed, Pearson’s is still going strong despite rumors to the contrary, Promise insists.
—Julio Ojeda-Zapata, Twin Cities, 8 May 2026
The timing suggests the FCC sought to punish ABC over Kimmel, but Carr insists that was not the case.
—David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 8 May 2026
However, Cupich insists Leo is also continuing the work of the Second Vatican Council, the 1962-65 gathering of bishops, which laid out a blueprint for the contemporary Church.
—Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
Heinz insists the effort to remove Nanos has nothing to do with the Guthrie case and everything to do with the sheriff's record.
—Jonathan Vigliotti, CBS News, 8 May 2026
If your partner insists on knowing the passcode to your phone or emails and consistently tracks your location, this is likely yet another ploy for control.
—Joy Harden Bradford, AJC.com, 7 May 2026
Angels general manager Perry Minasian insists better days lie ahead despite mounting losses, failed free-agent acquisitions, and a struggling farm system.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for insists
Verb
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The mother also alleges in the lawsuit that the school was negligent and failed to protect her daughter.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
8 May 2026
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The complaint also alleges that officials failed to disclose conflicts of interest tied to the zoning case.—
Elizabeth Campbell,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 May 2026
Verb
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Instead, Xi will be focused on Taiwan, the tiny island democracy in the western Pacific Ocean that China claims as its own.—
Anna Coren,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
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Continue reading … EAT THE RICH — Maine Democrat Graham Platner claims 'tax-the-rich' policies aren't 'trying' hard enough.—
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FOXNews.com,
11 May 2026
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The article contends that California voters prioritize real economic concerns—such as housing affordability, rising utility and grocery costs, and fuel expenses—over celebrity status and entertainment value, making substantive qualifications more important than star power.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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The Republican contends the selection came down to Democratic supervisors picking a political ally.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
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Walker, who was recruited to lead Anonymous after 12 years of heading the Ford Foundation, asserts that Farhadi’s work is an inspiration.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
8 May 2026
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Under the California law Lively asserts, the actress could be entitled to attorneys’ fees, plus treble and punitive damages, for harm caused by Baldoni’s defamation claims.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
7 May 2026
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Finally, establishing strict boundaries, like disabling notifications and setting specific usage times, prevents addiction and maintains focus.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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The Athletic maintains full editorial independence in all our coverage.—
Benjamin Burrows,
New York Times,
10 May 2026
Verb
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In addition to state amphibian, this year’s bill also declares Connecticut to be the birthplace of the Boys and Girls Club and names Housatonic marble — which is found throughout the state and forms part of the state Capitol — as state rock.—
Theo Peck-Suzuki,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2026
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The fiber-optic race is on in Lake County, or so declares at least one internet service provider building in the county, with the region proving a popular market that has seen a growing need for broadband internet.—
Joseph States,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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