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To assert is to make a statement with full confidence of its truth and factuality. (verb)
An example of a person who may assert something is a scientist who is very confident in his supporting data.
To assert is to make a claim or defense. (verb)
An example of someone who may assert is a defense attorney who believes strongly in his client's innocence.
To assert yourself is to make your beliefs or desires known in a strong and forceful way. (verb)
An example of someone who may assert herself is an employee who feels she is being treated unfairly.
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