verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

contend, proclaim, assert

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Example Sentences

Example:The two neighbors were contending for the rights to the land.

Definition:To assert or maintain a claim or opinion, especially in controversy with another.

From contend

Example:He proclaimed his coassertion of the rights to the historical artifact.

Definition:To declare officially or formally; to announce.

From proclaim

Example:The lawyers were asserting their clients' coassertions in court.

Definition:To maintain or state definitely and confidently, especially on insufficient evidence; to declare to be true.

From assert