asserted

Example Sentences

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The country’s media published what they said were terms of the deal that asserted significant concessions by the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

He asserted that the U.S. attorney’s office in Los Angeles was investigating.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

Referencing the Cyclopedic Law Dictionary, he asserted that an interstate journey involves not just crossing state lines.

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

Ahead of the vote, Trump again asserted that negotiations to end the war are going "very well" and could be finalised this weekend.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

“Come over here,” she said, and he did, though she still asserted only partial control, allowing him to fight against her at every step so that he came lurching and stumbling.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor