by force

Example Sentences

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The trip comes amid efforts to resolve a diplomatic crisis sparked by the US president when he threatened to seize Greenland by force.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

President Joseph Aoun has said disarmament cannot be delivered by force, warning of the possibility of violence, and that it would require negotiations with the group.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 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

But I do not want to open it now by force.

From "The Old Man and The Sea" by Ernest Hemingway