asserting
Example Sentences
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The Malian army confirmed the rebel assaults on the four towns and Kenieroba on Facebook Saturday morning, asserting that "these attacks were vigorously repelled" and that "the situation is completely under control."
From Barron's ● Jul. 4, 2026
Lourdes responds with a verse acknowledging her mother's love, while asserting her independence.
From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026
The province’s human rights commissioner went even further in asserting that “trans people are entitled to have their identities recognized.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 23, 2026
Sonically dynamic and unapologetically trenchant, “Arirang” took me on a journey by asserting BTS’ collective powers as mature artists and master storytellers, and I couldn’t help but be inspired.
From Salon ● Jun. 5, 2026
Music lived in the words now, the melody asserting itself as each child took their turn, bold and confident.
From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead
