forced

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The Springs Fire is burning near Moreno Valley and Perris in Riverside County and has forced evacuations.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

It was forced to move vessels around its route network of west coast islands.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

These forced withdrawals are payback for years of valuable tax deferral and are taxed at ordinary income rates.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Here, Borgli only skims the surface, counting on subtext to imply that Charlie and Rachel have been forced to confront innate prejudices about their partners, who are both Black.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Wearily, Abby forced herself back up on her forearms and dragged herself across the shore toward the dark cabin.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret