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insisted on vs insisted upon

Both 'insisted on' and 'insisted upon' are correct and can be used interchangeably in most contexts.
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Last updated: September 09, 2024 • 10544 views

insisted on

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to emphasize that someone is firm in their demand or request.

Examples:

  • He insisted on having the meeting on Friday.
  • She insisted on going to the concert.
  • They insisted on using the new software.
  • 3 days ago ... My source insisted on anonymity. She insists on doing everything her own way. 2. informal : to continue doing (something that other people ...
  • Feb 4, 2021 ... 740 likes, 15 comments - jduffyrice on February 4, 2021: "insisted on taking this picture with his sister in their “matching wobes” and then ...
  • past tense of insist (on) as in demanded to ask for (something) earnestly or with authority the director insisted on absolute quiet on the set.
  • Dec 24, 2022 ... 370 likes, 17 comments - nikemawilliams on December 24, 2022: "'Twas the night before Christmas….and Carter insisted on tasting Santa's ...
  • Oct 26, 2024 ... r/lotr - I wanted my partner to be Arwen but she insisted on Gimli. Upvote
  • Vanguard: How Black Women Broke Barriers, Won the Vote, and Insisted on Equality for All [Jones, Martha S.] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying ...
  • Oct 27, 2024 ... My partner also insisted on being Gimli. Costumes ... I need someone who dressed up as gimli and their partner also insisted on being gimli.
  • Nov 5, 2020 ... Chris insisted on singing to the ladies during #KaraokeNight, and shout out to AJ for stepping up and interpreting for the audience!
  • Aug 3, 2020 ... Why President Truman insisted on unconditional surrender. President Harry Truman believed unconditional surrender ...

Alternatives:

  • demanded
  • required
  • requested

insisted upon

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is also used to emphasize that someone is firm in their demand or request. It is slightly more formal than 'insisted on'.

Examples:

  • He insisted upon being present at the negotiation.
  • She insisted upon a written agreement.
  • They insisted upon following the protocol.
  • Jul 5, 2021 ... ... insisted upon – instead all individual teachers should be aiming to find their own rich hinterlands – sometimes alone and sometimes ...
  • 4 days ago ... The last pick he insisted upon was Bronny, who is currently averaging 1.0 PPG, so just take that into consideration.
  • insist on/upon doing something They insisted upon being given every detail of the case. Extra Examples.
  • Jan 30, 2024 ... I feel like “Argylle” is being insisted upon me. · Comments Section.
  • Jan 25, 2022 ... 12 likes, 1 comments - loveleon.co on January 25, 2022: "currently sitting in a snow globe. case insisted upon moving the couch awkwardly in ...
  • Freedom Denied/Freedom Insisted Upon. by brian | May 18, 2024 | Events | 0 comments. Interactive Exhibit at the Medford Historical Society ...
  • Jan 5, 2024 ... What's a relatively harmless thing your parents or future in-laws have insisted upon for your wedding? Relationships/Family. The other day ...
  • Jul 19, 2021 ... Question: d. If insisted upon, this approach would only worsen the economy during a recession. cyclically balanced budget functional finance ...
  • Mar 3, 2022 ... Can my ex change the neutral location she insisted upon in our Custody Order, to a non neutral one? S.

Alternatives:

  • demanded
  • required
  • requested

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