be compelled to
Example Sentences
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Several major U.S. defense firms have subsidiaries in the Iberian nation, which will now be compelled to comply with Spain’s boycott.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026
In the middle of his hours-long deposition, Bill Clinton is asked whether Donald Trump should be compelled to testify.
From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026
Kumar said he would forever be connected to the victims' families, who had long called for a judge-led statutory inquiry, meaning witnesses would be compelled to give evidence.
From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026
What’s Next: Banning Chinese UCO would likely benefit oilseed processors, as biofuel producers would be compelled to turn to alternative sources.
From Barron's • Oct. 17, 2025
“We’ll get the word out, of course, but she can’t be compelled to come home; you shouldn’t necessarily expect her back under your roof in the near future.”
From "Paper Towns" by John Green
