insistently
Americanadverb
Example Sentences
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One approached insistently and said he was 14 years old and had come alone with no adults or older companions to accompany him.
From Barron's ● Aug. 1, 2026
Armida van Rij from the Centre for European Reform points to re-invigorated efforts by a long list of European countries clamouring to join the EU's ranks - none more insistently than Ukraine.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
As naturally and insistently buoyant as Mr. Strassner is, Ms. Larsen is a marvel.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 27, 2025
A significant mystery in the movie involves a rumor about which the implicated party insistently claims both ignorance and innocence.
From Salon ● Nov. 22, 2024
The sun was a toddler insistently refusing to go to bed: It was past eight thirty and still light.
From "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green
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