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assert

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﹒To state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully.

﹒To behave or speak in a way that demands attention or respect for one's rights or authority.

Examples

﹒She had to assert her authority to maintain order in the classroom.

﹒The lawyer continued to assert that his client was innocent of all charges.

﹒It is important to assert your boundaries in a professional environment.

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