asserted

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A source at the broadcaster asserted it has not broken EBU rules and thus there should be no question over its continued involvement.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

When it was introduced in 2023, Musk asserted that he expected to sell 250,000 to 500,000 Cybertrucks a year once manufacturing capacity was fully engaged.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

As Alito asserted, “Social change has occurred throughout the country and particularly in the South.”

From Slate • May 5, 2026

Brooks decided to resign as a matter of honor, although he asserted that the House had no right to punish him since the caning had been a personal matter.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

“You are too lenient, too lenient by far, Léonce,” asserted the Colonel.

From "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin