insist
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The authorities insist there will be no contact between passengers and local residents who "will be absolutely and completely protected", according to Virginia Barcones, head of Spain's civil protection agency.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
Many high-end chocolatiers and bakeries insist that Iranian and Turkish pistachios are higher quality and better suited for baking because of their oil content.
From Salon • May 6, 2026
The company’s founders insist that they’re taking a privacy-first approach.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026
In curating a book club, the members insist that diversity of opinion is key.
From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026
He wanted to insist, and he would insist if he thought he could change Mr. Grayson’s mind.
From "A Boy Called Bat" by Elana K. Arnold
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