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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

However, with eurozone inflation expected to remain above target into next year, eyes now turn to how forceful the ECB’s communication next week will be over its concerns of runaway price growth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

By late Monday, firefighters were still concerned the heat released by the chemical could still lead to a “less forceful explosion,” Huang said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 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

But the speeches of the less forceful players were still lost.

From "The Shakespeare Stealer" by Gary L. Blackwood




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