asserted
Example Sentences
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The Smithsonian asserted it had control over personnel matters, but Sajet later resigned, citing the museum's best interests.
From Barron's ● Sep. 8, 2026
He also asserted he was the only prime minister to have made an official visit to Ceuta while in office, having travelled there on 31 July as the crisis took hold.
From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026
The majority concluded that her asserted injury probably does not cross Article 3’s threshold.
From Slate ● Sep. 1, 2026
He asserted in court filings that he believed Dylan — whose surname was Mendell at the time — was 18 and a member of the video production crew.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026
When a hybrid was created, both traits existed intact—although only one asserted its existence.
From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee
