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If You Insist
Meaning/Usage
: To agree after the other person demands it
Explanation
: "Insist" means to demand something and that they will not accept refusal. It became common to say this phrase by itself when the other person insisted on something.
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We will stay longer
if you insist
.
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We can go another night
if you insist
.
"
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I will call her
if you insist
.
"
A.
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Thanks for meeting us out for dinner.
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B.
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It was nice of you to ask.
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A.
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Tonight is our treat. I insist.
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B.
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If you insist
.
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Other Common Sentences
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If that's what you really want.
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If you are firm with your decision.
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