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forceful

[fawrs-fuhl, fohrs-] / ˈfɔrs fəl, ˈfoʊrs- /


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A forceful nuclear push by state utility commissions and federal agencies will also be required because regulated utility executives are risk-averse, and having regulators’ support will help them make investment decisions.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 29, 2026

Reflecting on any future potential mayoral candidates, she said: "I don't know whether the new candidate will be as forceful as he was."

From BBC Jun. 19, 2026

Given these changes, it is worth considering whether the Warsh Fed should prepare markets for more forceful and less predictable rate adjustments ahead.

From Barron's Jun. 12, 2026

They are far more likely caused by forceful brushing, acidic drinks and processed diets than by natural chewing forces.

From Science Daily Jun. 8, 2026

Zeke immediately took four forceful steps onto the lawn.

From "Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody" by Patrick Ness




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