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insisted

VERB

order and expect; claim

Synonyms

STRONGEST

assert contend demand hold maintain press reiterate repeat request stand firm urge vow

STRONG

asseverate aver importune persist require swear

WEAK

be firm lay down the law take a stand

Antonyms

STRONGEST

abandon desert reply

WEAK

endure forget tolerate

Example Sentences

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Brussels has repeatedly insisted the 27-nation EU is not yet facing jet fuel shortages.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

The company acknowledged the softer digital-asset business environment, but insisted that its fundamentals remain strong and that it has things under control.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

At the same time, he has insisted that he is “strongly pro-vaccine” and previously advised Rational Vaccines, a controversial organization dedicated to combating the herpes virus.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

Tshisekedi on Wednesday insisted that his priority was to restore peace through diplomacy before leaving office, but blamed Rwanda for obstructing progress.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Because I had parents who thought I couldn’t do it and an aunt who insisted I must.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse