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forceful

[fawrs-fuhl, fohrs-] / ˈfɔrs fəl, ˈfoʊrs- /


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They are far more likely caused by forceful brushing, acidic drinks and processed diets than by natural chewing forces.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

“I was in meetings where he was a passionate and forceful advocate for these minors,” Klain said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, who warned of a "forceful response", was speaking after Iran's Revolutionary Guards said any renewed war would spread far beyond the Middle East.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

He was falsely accused of inciting forceful conversions after attending a village prayer meeting in a church member’s home.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

But the speeches of the less forceful players were still lost.

From "The Shakespeare Stealer" by Gary L. Blackwood




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