forced
Example Sentences
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The Strait of Hormuz closure has forced Asian countries to buy more coal as an alternative to disrupted gas supplies, analysts and miners said.
From Barron's ● Oct. 7, 2026
The attack forced Hasna to issue a distress call and publicly reveal its position off the coast of Sohar, Oman.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026
If it fails to meet its annual production quota, it will be forced to sell its 49% stake in Miramax, the film company founded by disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein and his brother Bob.
From BBC ● Oct. 6, 2026
The Lakers forced four steals in the first quarter and 15 for the game.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2026
I was forced along with the tide, squished and squeezed as someone in the front of the room begged for everyone to come back, informing them again and again that this meeting wasn’t over.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
