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forced entry

[fawrst en-tree] / ˈfɔrst ˈɛn tri /
NOUN
break in
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However, the pair were found not guilty in the middle of their trial, after police gave evidence to admit the forced entry to the home was unlawful.

From BBC ● Nov. 3, 2026

There was no sign of forced entry, though.

From Slate ● Sep. 17, 2026

A preliminary investigation into the man’s hideout found no signs of forced entry.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 30, 2026

Police said there was an odour when they forced entry to the house after they received a "concern for safety" call from the victim's daughter.

From BBC ● Jan. 20, 2026

She looped around the stone, looking for signs of damage or forced entry.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton


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