forceful
Example Sentences
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Europeans viewed the threat as a red line requiring a much more forceful response than against the president’s tariff moves last year because it challenged a country’s sovereignty.
Officials fear that a forceful U.S. push to strike a deal for the Arctic island could split European capitals, with some seeking conciliation and others advocating firm resistance.
“I believe that this committee should take such action today in a forceful manner.”
From MarketWatch
The Patriots offence matching up against that forceful Texans defence feels like the match-up to keep an eye on.
From BBC
“Cruises are big business / I don’t personally like them, but I need to serve a useful purpose,” she speaks in a quietly forceful tone, adding “It’s a powerful boat for a powerful mind.”
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
