REASSERTS Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

reasserts

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present tense third-person singular of reassert

as in reaffirms

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Russia reaffirms Beijing ties after US-China truce Russia is seeking to reaffirm ties with China after Beijing patched up relations with the US last week.

— Semafor Events, semafor.com, 3 Nov. 2025

Definition of reaffirms

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The filing puts his value at some $600 million in assets and business interests at the time of his death, and asserts that Tracey is looking for her rightful share.

— Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Hirsch asserts Turnout has helped more than 10,000 people with Social Security disability claims alone.

— Victor Dey, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of asserts

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Now, Flores is driving towards something, with intent, and affirms a willingness to prove commitment more so than simply describe pain.

— Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026
Nearly a decade and a half after its original release, Lifestyle’s reintroduction affirms how beautiful, even landscape-altering things come from the smallest, silliest instincts, like having fun making music with your friends.

— Billie Bugara, Pitchfork, 27 July 2026

Definition of affirms

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Harvey, whose own foundation went 17 years without winning a single grant, argues AI can cut the paperwork burden — but insists human judgment and relationships stay irreplaceable.

— Victor Dey, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Instead of budgeting for $1,800 in tissues, the school insists on agitating parents all summer over crap like this.

— Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of insists

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True loyalty, the article contends, lies in dedication to one's craft, continuous learning, and impact.

— Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
The lawsuit contends Equifax failed to follow reasonable procedures to ensure maximum possible accuracy, as required by the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

— Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 31 July 2026

Definition of contends

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The complaint alleges that the woman picked up her son from her business in Mankato after receiving calls from him in the hours following the shooting.

— WCCO Staff, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026
The lawsuit alleges both officers violated department policy by using deadly force against a person who did not present an imminent threat of serious physical injury or death.

— Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of alleges

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Cut-flower food also prevents bacteria in the vase’s water and maintains the pH level to reduce water bubbles that can clog stems.

— Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2026
Many of their efforts end up falling short, but the show maintains a positive note.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 3 Aug. 2026

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