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Definition
To assert or accuse someone resolutely and without thorough proof.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a strong sense of stubbornness or recklessness in one's assertion. It implies that the speaker has made up their mind despite a lack of concrete evidence or thorough investigation. It is frequently used in contexts involving accusations or guessing games where someone refuses to consider alternative possibilities.
Examples
He insists emphatically that it was you who stole the money.
Why are you so sure? Don't just jump to the conclusion that he did it.
Related words
Common phrases
to insist emphatically that it is
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a literal description of biting. It is strictly a figurative expression for verbal insistence and cannot be used to describe physical actions.
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Grammar guides
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