asserted

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In a tight opening first set, Borges impressed with a mix of hard hitting and delicate drop shots, but he faded towards the back end of the tie-break and Sinner asserted control.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

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

The country’s media published what they said were terms of the deal that asserted significant concessions by the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

She not only concluded that Marsha Colbey's baby was born alive but also asserted that the child would have survived with medical attention.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson