compelled

Example Sentences

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Cullen said she immediately felt compelled to capture the moment.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

To be made to feel shame for this — including feeling compelled to reduce any conversation to whispers — could only be an exercise rooted in elitism.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

At one point Jonathan asked for an advance on his inheritance, a request Isak felt compelled to accept to maintain their relationship, the judge said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

When the subject of literature came up, Monroe seemed compelled to play to ditzy expectations.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

“O dear me!” said I, as if I found myself compelled to give up Biddy in despair.

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens