in force
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
An amber Met Office severe weather warning for rain is in force across south Wales, while multiple yellow warnings are in force for many western areas of the UK.
From BBC
His written submissions to the court added: "The suffragettes would have been liable to proscription if the Terrorism Act 2000 regime had been in force at the turn of the 20th century."
From BBC
In many places, like Bordeaux, students have now joined the demonstrations in force — historically, an ominous sign for those in power.
From New York Times
The First Street grounds did host games; in October 1891, “the ladies were out in force,” The Times wrote.
From Los Angeles Times
“Indefensible that American life must be lost before Joe Biden acts. Had he responded in force to dozens of earlier Iranian attacks, this tragedy could have been prevented,” Mr. Cotton tweeted Friday.
From Washington Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
