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The phrase "asserted that he was" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when someone is stating or claiming something about themselves or another person, often in a formal or legal context.
Example: "During the meeting, he asserted that he was the rightful owner of the property in question."
Alternatives: "claimed that he was" or "stated that he was".
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But he asserted that he was running the show.
It also asserted that he was "of the same substance as the Father" (homoousios to patri).
Mr. Papadopoulos asserted that he was saving Greece from Communism and civil war.
Mr. Drake again asserted that he was a victim of mistaken identity.
Mr. Bush seemed upbeat as he repeatedly asserted that he was going to win.
At times, one said, he asserted that he was its instigator.
He asserted that he was using "the best statistics we have".
Mr. Lee's opponents had asserted that he was a party to the scheme.
He cheerfully asserted that he was part of a falling-out of thieves.
He asserted that he was innocent and began the lengthy effort to withdraw his plea.
He asserted that he was the only one who knew the source.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

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