forced

Example Sentences

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People who queued for hours at a dental practice say they were forced to pay for a hygienist appointment before being allowed to register as NHS patients.

From BBC

The cost of lots of the devices we all use could be forced up in 2026 because the price of Ram - once one of the cheapest computer components - has more than doubled since October 2025.

From BBC

Another teenager who was inside the bar told the BBC how he was forced to hide from a "wall of heat" before managing to escape up the stairs.

From BBC

Last month, when asked about the group’s inconsistency, Lynn said that USC’s youth forced him to “scale back” significantly on defense.

From Los Angeles Times

His latest is set on a long-haul flight where the on-board entertainment system breaks down and passengers are forced to confront their boredom and themselves.

From Los Angeles Times