by force

Example Sentences

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The trip comes amid efforts to resolve a diplomatic crisis sparked by the US president when he threatened to seize Greenland by force.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Aoun, a former army chief, says this cannot be done by force, warning of the risks of alienating the Shia community and exacerbating tensions in a country divided by sects.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

For his first Easter message, Pope Leo wrote, “Let those who have the power to unleash wars choose peace! Not a peace imposed by force, but through dialogue!”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

The United Arab Emirates is preparing to help the U.S. and other allies open the waterway by force, The Wall Street Journal External link reported on Tuesday, citing Arab officials.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

First, the Free Blacks, who came looking for opportunities across the North; and later, the Haitians, who had taken their independence by force.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland