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forceful

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


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These are very common in modern dentistry and often linked to tooth grinding, forceful brushing, or acidic drinks.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

“I was in meetings where he was a passionate and forceful advocate for these minors,” Klain said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Officials in Nevada, where casinos prosper, have emerged as some of the most forceful opponents of prediction markets.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

He was falsely accused of inciting forceful conversions after attending a village prayer meeting in a church member’s home.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

The goal was not necessarily to change Comptons mind, for he was likely to hold a positive view of Lawrence’s project anyway, but to encourage him to express his opinion in especially forceful terms.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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