Insist
Insist verb - To state as a fact usually forcefully.
Usage example: she continued to insist that she was right, even in the face of overwhelming evidence to the contrary
Protest
Protest verb - To state as a fact usually forcefully.
Usage example: he protested that he usually was very good at baseball, and all the strikeouts were just bad luck
Insist is a synonym for protest in assert topic. You can use "Insist" instead a verb "Protest", if it concerns topics such as complain.
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In some instances, however, it doesn't matter how you respond — Yuzu will protest and insist they repeat the information, simplifying it even further if possible.
Source: But Thou Must! -
In Havemercy Thom eventually realizes that Rook is his brother, leading to a lot of protest among fans who insist that their UST is undeniable (and it really is....)
Source: Long-Lost Relative - Despite this, certain people still insist on labelling him a 'protest' singer.
Source: Never Live It Down / Music
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