asserted

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Work on another nuclear-powered missile, the Burevestnik, and a nuclear-powered torpedo was "in its final stages", Putin asserted.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

The U.A.E.’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs declined to comment on the strikes but pointed to previous statements in which it asserted its right to respond—including militarily—to hostile acts.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

A sports business blogger named Joe Pompliano appealed for someone to “please explain marginal tax rates to Kelsey Plum,” and asserted that the one extra dollar would cost her not $13,000, but 13 cents.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

The results were coupled with better-than-expected guidance for the current quarter and positive commentary from management, as the company asserted it was largely unaffected by memory shortages and pricing.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

For a moment he did not think they were going to obey, but in the end old habit asserted itself.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin