asserted

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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 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

With supportive Medicare Advantage rates locked in for 2026 and 2027, the outlook for Agilon is improving, Slevin asserted.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

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

From Slate • May 5, 2026

That was the extent, Gonzales asserted, of their duties.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers