forced

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But its World Cup preparations were disrupted by war in the Middle East, which forced the cancellation of scheduled friendlies with Serbia and Argentina.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Yura, 19, is part of the Ukrainian family who were forced to flee their home on Lendrick Street in east Belfast during the disorder.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The chief concern is that the rout gripping tech stocks in June could deepen as investors are forced to sell what they own to make room for the newcomers.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Trade Representative’s Office concluded one Section 301 investigation into forced labor, prop osing 10% to 12.5% tariffs on 60 economies, which are expected to take effect mid-July.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

“When you’re forced to choose something you don’t want, it’s not really a choice then, is it?”

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu