asserted

Example Sentences

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The state’s true goal, he asserted, is to enshrine “local attitudes” and “a Hawaiian tradition” that “disfavor the carrying of guns” in public to prevent violence.

From Slate • Jun. 25, 2026

That includes “potential relief under the pending legislation, procedural challenges to the interest component of the asserted balance, and any other available administrative avenues with the IRS.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 25, 2026

There he asserted that all human beings “subjecting themselves to rulers and lawes” must not forget that “no man hath lawfulle power over another but by consent.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

It is tempting to call 3%, or even 4%, the new 2%, as some Fed watchers have snidely asserted.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

“Dedd, you’re plenty brave,” Manolo asserted in his courtly way.

From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez