insisted
Example Sentences
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Defense attorney Michael Sanft argued Davis’s book was a self-aggrandizing fiction designed to profit from Tupac’s historical slaying and insisted there was little evidence to corroborate his client’s written claims.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
"Assurances have to be made that such attempts to disfigure the game in this way will never be made again," Uefa insisted.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
Michael Sanft, Davis’ attorney, has insisted throughout the trial that began last week that prosecutors cannot prove Davis was in Las Vegas, let alone in the Cadillac with the shooter.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026
In general, her listeners insisted that they’re just asking questions.
From Salon ● Aug. 26, 2026
“They’re rotten, but they’re not Wonders,” I insisted.
From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney
