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claim

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. claim
2. insistence

This noun and verb (～する) means "assertion," "claim," or "argument," referring to the act of strongly stating or insisting on one's opinion or position. It is used when someone advocates firmly for their view, such as in a debate or negotiation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Even in my dreams, I was insisting I was right.

Sentence 2

Next time, I've decided I'm actually going to speak up and say no!

Sentence 3

"That argument's kind of a stretch, don't you think?" my friend laughed.

Sentence 4

Wait, you're still going with that?

Sentence 5

Why does he insist on it so strongly?