insisted
Example Sentences
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But "we don't have the strength necessary to go and interrupt them", he insisted.
From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 2026
He insisted the Kenyan refinery would be just a small part of meeting the demand that Africa will create as its economy grows.
From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 2026
Some students insisted the demonstrations had begun peacefully and blamed outsiders for at least some of the violence.
From BBC ● Sep. 29, 2026
Kirk’s organization also insisted on holding the event in the Fountain Courtyard despite the university’s concern it would be difficult to control access to the area, the review said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2026
‘You have to tell us who they are!’ she insisted.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
