forceful
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Justice Elena Kagan wrote a forceful memorandum outlining why using the shadow docket was a bad idea.
From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026
Pope Leo has criticised leaders who spend billions on wars and said the world was "being ravaged by a handful of tyrants" in unusually forceful comments during a visit to Cameroon.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
Broad became one of LA.’s most influential civic leaders, using his multibillion-dollar fortune, political clout and forceful personality to spur advancements in the public sphere, particularly in the arts.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
It then had a forceful run from 18 to 25 where the handle started.
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026
He was a forceful and attacking opponent, but in a two-game match, Bobby held his own and drew both games.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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