be compelled to
Example Sentences
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Women may volunteer for military service but cannot be compelled to serve under Germany's constitution.
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026
If SpaceX went public tomorrow and its stock immediately doubled, the ETF could be compelled to sell a large block of its SpaceX—at the very time when investors would be most eager to own it.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026
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
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
No defendant can be compelled to reveal his defense before he is actually in court.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
