forced

Example Sentences

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“They do not want to be forced to do more simply because the market has become overenthusiastic about hikes.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

The twin oil crises of the 1970s forced the U.S. to use energy more efficiently and to switch to alternative fuels where it could.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Walker often plays professional women forced to button down their emotions more than occasionally, in part because the struggle not to cry is considered more powerful, and interesting to watch, than the tears themselves.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

"It's disappointing because he's never been forced to take accountability for what he's done," she explained.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

First period was study center, and he forced himself to look over his social studies notes.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix