be compelled to
Example Sentences
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Under the SNP manifesto pledge, large supermarkets would be compelled to limit the cost of up to 50 essential items such as milk, eggs, cheese and rice.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
Several major U.S. defense firms have subsidiaries in the Iberian nation, which will now be compelled to comply with Spain’s boycott.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 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
The Afghan commandos were present on raid operations when alleged unlawful killings took place, but cannot be compelled to give evidence to the inquiry if they are not in the UK.
From BBC • May 15, 2025
They might be compelled to listen to their son.
From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth
