challenge an assertion

Examples (10)

• Researchers have recently challenged these assertions.
• The defense lawyer was quick to challenge the witness's assertion.
• It is the duty of a good journalist to challenge any unsubstantiated assertion.
• In the next debate, she will surely challenge her opponent's assertion about the economy.
• His bold assertion was immediately challenged by several members of the audience.
• No one in the room dared to challenge his assertion.
• Don't be afraid to challenge an assertion if you have evidence to the contrary.
• Students should be encouraged to challenge assertions and think critically.
• The data seems to challenge the professor's central assertion.
• Before you challenge my assertion, please review all the evidence I've presented.