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INSISTING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Insisting.

Insisting - as a noun

Continual and persistent demands

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
insistence
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
demand
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Insisting - as a verb

(with on or upon or (that + ordinary verb form)) to hold up a claim emphatically.

Example: "I insist that my secretary dresses nicely."

(sometimes with on or upon or (that + subjunctive)) to demand continually that something happen or be done.

Example: "I insist that my secretary dress nicely."

To stand (on); to rest (upon); to lean (upon).

Example Sentences

"She was insisting on going to the party despite feeling tired."
"His insisting behavior made it difficult for others to voice their opinions."
"The insisting customers demanded a refund for the faulty product."
"Despite her insisting tone, he refused to share his secret."
"He kept insisting that he was right, even though he had no evidence."
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Word Game Points

Is INSISTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, insisting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INSISTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is INSISTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, insisting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INSISTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is INSISTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, insisting is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INSISTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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