by force

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Aoun, a former army chief, says this cannot be done by force, warning of the risks of alienating the Shia community and exacerbating tensions in a country divided by sects.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Argentina attempted to capture the islands by force in 1982, but after a 10-week conflict its forces surrendered to a British taskforce.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

For his first Easter message, Pope Leo wrote, “Let those who have the power to unleash wars choose peace! Not a peace imposed by force, but through dialogue!”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

The U.A.E. is considering freezing Iranian assets and preparing to help open the Strait of Hormuz by force, The Wall Street Journal reported.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Jon pushed himself onto an elbow, his hand reaching for Longclaw by force of habit as the camp began to stir.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin