insistence

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Guzzo said that Kennedy’s comments reflect an insistence on finding a physiological reason for population decline, despite there being no evidence for that.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

Outgoing Chair Jerome Powell, whose term ends Friday, plans to remain on the Fed’s board despite President Trump’s insistence he leave.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

British government debt fell sharply on Tuesday, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s insistence he will stay in office doing little to quell speculation he could face a leadership challenge.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

The camp administrators later told media they believed Syrian authorities had been spooked by Australia's insistence the women would not be welcomed back.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

But that’s exactly what brought on this letter—much more than Bessie’s insistence that I write to you about Ph.D.s and acting.

From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger