forcibly
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He acknowledged that forcibly seizing Eritrea's Assab port could trigger a regional security crisis, but is unconcerned.
From Barron's ● Oct. 28, 2026
For one sequence, he sends Robins in character onto Alvarado Boulevard to try to earn cash by forcibly washing strangers’ windshields — during a rain shower.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 23, 2026
Following a negative asylum decision, Russian nationals are often given the chance to leave independently, but a rising number are being forcibly returned to Russia, usually escorted via third countries.
From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026
The numbers of anti-war Russians forcibly returned from Western countries is rising, and Katya's experience highlights the potential risks they face.
From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026
The captain tried to search him forcibly and Aureliano José, who was unarmed, began to run.
From "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez
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