insistence
noun
in·sis·tence
in-ˈsi-stən(t)s 
Synonyms
Examples of insistence in a Sentence
He spoke with great insistence of the need for reform.
the insistence of the crashing waves
Recent Examples on the Web
Stewart, who is no fan of former President Donald Trump, made the case that Biden’s insistence on staying in the race is irresponsible.
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Rachel Barber, USA TODAY, 9 July 2024
Despite the expressed concern over a public relations fiasco, and Peffer’s insistence that the book illustrates a significant problem, the book appears to have had little to no impact.
—Rafael Olmeda, Sun Sentinel, 8 July 2024
Despite Kyiv’s insistence and the eagerness of some of its Eastern European neighbors, NATO membership for Ukraine is off the table.
—Ishaan Tharoor, Washington Post, 8 July 2024
Whitmer became popular in Michigan for her insistence on fixing the state’s roads, and has been a rising national star.
—David Lightman, Sacramento Bee, 8 July 2024
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Rachel Barber, USA TODAY, 9 July 2024
Despite the expressed concern over a public relations fiasco, and Peffer’s insistence that the book illustrates a significant problem, the book appears to have had little to no impact.
—Rafael Olmeda, Sun Sentinel, 8 July 2024
Despite Kyiv’s insistence and the eagerness of some of its Eastern European neighbors, NATO membership for Ukraine is off the table.
—Ishaan Tharoor, Washington Post, 8 July 2024
Whitmer became popular in Michigan for her insistence on fixing the state’s roads, and has been a rising national star.
—David Lightman, Sacramento Bee, 8 July 2024
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“Insistence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/insistence. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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insistence
noun
in·sis·tence
in-ˈsis-tən(t)s
1
: the act or an instance of insisting
2
: the quality or state of being insistent
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