Answer:

insisted

Answer	Crossword Clue
INSISTED	Urged
INSISTED	Persisted.
INSISTED	Took a firm stand.

INSISTED	Persevered.
INSISTED	Demanded strongly
INSISTED	Took a firm stand
INSISTED	Demanded obedience

Crossword

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