insist
Example Sentences
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CEOs insist behind the scenes that their companies are still too large and too bloated.
It was only when his wife insisted he seek help that he was rushed to hospital for urgent treatment.
From BBC
Slot had hit back at criticism of Liverpool's five-match winless run in the Premier League after last weekend's 3-2 loss at Bournemouth, insisting it would still be a successful season if they win silverware.
From Barron's
"This was the real acid test here against a team motivated to win and the holders of the competition," he insisted.
From Barron's
“That’s what the doctor says,” Ray J replied meekly, then seemingly grew frustrated as his friend talked loudly over him and insisted he was going to live long enough to see his children’s children.
From Los Angeles Times
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