compelled
Example Sentences
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Guthrie told Kotb in a segment of their “Today” interview that she feels compelled to return because she considers the people she works with as family.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026
The law that compelled the DOJ to release its files was co-sponsored by Massie and ultimately signed by US President Donald Trump late last year.
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026
The Arab states worked with the Soviet Union regardless, until the loss of several wars with Israel compelled Cairo and others to re-evaluate.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026
Even several European leaders, who had hoped to stay out of this war, felt compelled to send planes and warships, if just to defend their own interests and outposts.
From Slate • Mar. 13, 2026
Colin didn't know why, but he felt compelled to keep pushing it.
From "An Abundance of Katherines" by John Green
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
