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force

[fawrs] / fɔrs /








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It also cited strong AI demand as a driving force for its plan to spend $190 billion in capex this calendar year—about 23% more than what Wall Street was expecting.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

The last time the Lakers guard was in the playoffs, he was helping the Boston Celtics storm back from a three-game deficit in the Eastern Conference finals to force a near-historic Game 7.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

A shortage of helium—key for the chip-manufacturing process—will force tech giants to pay up to maintain a supply of the crucial gas, and that could present an opportunity for investors.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

The force added: "Officers are knocking on any impacted properties and we are working with partners to convene plans for any displaced residents. Please do not travel into or attend this area."

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

Twice he did the dead man’s float, to rest, and both times he had to force himself to start swimming again.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret




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