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insistence

[in-sis-tuhns] / ɪnˈsɪs təns /


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Despite the insistence from both governments that the plan will benefit both Venezuelans and Americans, it is not without pitfalls and clear unanswered questions.

From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026

Those comments effectively confirmed that, despite Atletico's insistence that he was not for sale, the player himself was open to leaving and Barcelona and Paris St-Germain were among the clubs reportedly interested.

From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026

His comments, made during a cabinet meeting at the Camp David presidential retreat, were in contrast to his insistence earlier this week that “very friendly negotiations” were under way, enabling a pause on military operations.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026

Cretton’s insistence on real locations has an argument behind it.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026

Those are ordinary pressures we can relate to, the insistence of fashion or the approval of friends.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein




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