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insisting

NOUN
dwelling
Synonyms


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This is the Christian tradition: questioning inherited norms, unsettling comfortable hierarchies, insisting that the ethical imagination can go further than traditional society allows.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

But it also means no pushing back on very bad ideas, or warning when things are going wrong, or insisting the president stay on message.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Tehran has repeatedly denied having any military ambitions, insisting on its right to the technology for civilian purposes.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

But Sheinbaum has instead closed ranks, insisting her government will not comply with the U.S. request that it extradite Rocha Moya.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Under Springer’s counsel, Ramsey quickly recanted his confession, insisting, “I never killed anyone.”

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann




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