assert
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/əˈsɜːrt/
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/əˈsɜːt/
to say something is true in a clear way
She will assert that the plan is good.
她會斷言這個計劃是好的。
to act with confidence so others listen to you
He needs to assert himself to be heard.
他需要自信地表達自己才能被聽到。
to show your right or power in a confident way
The leader will assert her right to decide.
領導者將自信地主張她的決定權。
to begin to have an effect
Common sense will assert itself soon.
常識很快就會顯現出來。