compelled

Example Sentences

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At the Oscars, producers were compelled to reassure the public that the red carpet would be secure for Sunday’s festivities.

From The Wall Street Journal

Late last month, OpenAI said that its current security protocols would have compelled the company to notify Canadian police about Van Rootselaar's account.

From Barron's

We are compelled to speculate, which enriches the drama.

From The Wall Street Journal

“I have a lot of love in my life, but I’ve never felt compelled to tie a piece of trash to a historic landmark,” Baum said.

From The Wall Street Journal

She said she felt compelled to speak out against the series’ depiction of her because continuing her “good work,” including her philanthropic efforts, “requires an intact reputation.”

From Los Angeles Times