be compelled to
Example Sentences
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Iranian strikes on Ras Laffan reduced the country’s export capacity by 17% and state-owned QatarEnergy will be compelled to declare force majeure for up to five years on some long-term LNG contracts.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026
Banning Chinese UCO would likely benefit oilseed processors, as biofuel producers would be compelled to turn to alternative sources.
From Barron's • Oct. 16, 2025
The Afghan commandos were present on raid operations when alleged unlawful killings took place, but cannot be compelled to give evidence to the inquiry if they are not in the UK.
From BBC • May 15, 2025
But now that he's in foreign custody, officials claim, they cannot be compelled to do anything to bring him back.
From Salon • Apr. 1, 2025
They might be compelled to listen to their son.
From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth
