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be compelled to



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In the middle of his hours-long deposition, Bill Clinton is asked whether Donald Trump should be compelled to testify.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

The U.A.E. and Israel will be compelled to respond.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

What’s Next: Banning Chinese UCO would likely benefit oilseed processors, as biofuel producers would be compelled to turn to alternative sources.

From Barron's • Oct. 17, 2025

Former FBI directors James Comey and Robert Mueller, will also be compelled to testify before the committee.

From BBC • Aug. 5, 2025

“We’ll get the word out, of course, but she can’t be compelled to come home; you shouldn’t necessarily expect her back under your roof in the near future.”

From "Paper Towns" by John Green




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