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forceful

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


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But with a forceful push from then-UC President Janet Napolitano, regents who had been reluctant to remove the SAT switched gears to unanimously vote to phase out testing and explore creating a UC-specific exam.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

“It’s not viable to do forceful operations that could generate clashes and put the population at risk, including tourists,” Hernández said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 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

And Caligiuri is as bold and forceful with an opinion as he once was with a soccer ball.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Cathy’s a nice person, in a forceful sort of way.

From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins




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