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forceful

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


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In office he joined the Congressional Progressive Caucus and distinguished himself as a forceful opponent of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

These are very common in modern dentistry and often linked to tooth grinding, forceful brushing, or acidic drinks.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

And Caligiuri is as bold and forceful with an opinion as he once was with a soccer ball.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 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

He looked straight at me this time, and sounded much more forceful.

From "Red Scarf Girl: A Memoir of the Cultural Revolution" by Ji-li Jiang




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