compel

Example Sentences

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The place to which Jewish people fled has become a place some now feel compelled to flee.

From The Wall Street Journal

Trendy investments were not his thing, and Buffett’s actions are a reminder that when one finds a compelling investment idea, “you shouldn’t be afraid to load up.”

From MarketWatch

And then “Hedda,” I’m a theater nerd too, so I just really go by my passion, and I’m really compelled by just interesting characters.

From Los Angeles Times

School districts, he added, could also opt to be more open, without being compelled to by state lawmakers.

From Los Angeles Times

Their rationale is emotionally compelling: If Americans are overwhelmed by credit card debt, surely making that debt cheaper is the solution.

From Barron's