simple assertion

Examples (10)

• The argument needs to progress beyond the simple assertion that criminals are made not born.
• His paper was criticized for relying on simple assertions rather than empirical evidence.
• A simple assertion of innocence is not enough to convince the jury.
• That's just a simple assertion; where's your proof to back it up?
• She began her speech with the simple assertion that all people deserve respect.
• He made the simple assertion that he was the best candidate, but offered no specifics.
• We need more than a simple assertion of faith; we need a detailed theological argument.
• You cannot build a legal case on a simple assertion without supporting documents.
• The politician's speech was full of simple assertions but lacked any real substance.
• Her entire worldview rests on the simple assertion that kindness is paramount.