forcible

Example Sentences

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The two men face charges of forcible obstruction of business, which they refute, the police official said.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

The two men held by police over the incident have been arrested on suspicion of forcible obstruction of business, according to local media.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Noriega also argued his forcible military abduction violated international law and the Panamanian government’s sovereignty, thereby depriving courts of jurisdiction.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 4, 2026

The play violated an NFL rule prohibiting the use of any part of the helmet or facemask to initiate forcible contact to an opponent’s head or neck area.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 22, 2025

The forcible recalling was simply an unpleasant memory.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck