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insisted

VERB

order and expect; claim

Synonyms

STRONGEST

assert contend demand hold maintain press reiterate repeat request stand firm urge vow

STRONG

asseverate aver importune persist require swear

WEAK

be firm lay down the law take a stand

Antonyms

STRONGEST

abandon desert reply

WEAK

endure forget tolerate

Example Sentences

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For nearly half an hour under the sun on Beijing’s hottest day of the year, they had increasingly intense discussions as unyielding Chinese officials insisted the agent could not pass.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

The White House insisted in previews of the summit agenda that U.S. policy toward the island wouldn’t change.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

There has been no hint of leadership speculation surrounding Badenoch, who has insisted her party is "coming back".

From BBC • May 15, 2026

David Garms testified that Longet insisted the shooting was an accident.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Ma insisted on him resting as much as possible.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo