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verbTo approach and address someone boldly or intrusively.
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Clear all filtersTo approach and address someone boldly or intrusively.
Firmly unwilling to change a position or decision.
To state firmly or put forward a claim or position.
State firmly
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Insisting on beliefs as unquestionably true without sufficient openness to challenge.
To specify a requirement as part of an agreement.
Openly and readily expressing opinions or feelings.
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