forcible

Example Sentences

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Forcible deportation of asylum seekers, Amnesty said, was a "flagrant violation of Moldova's international human rights obligations".

From BBC • Sep. 7, 2018

Forcible felony cases involving anyone 16 or older in Iowa are typically heard in adult court.

From Washington Times • Jun. 13, 2016

"Forcible shaving exceeds the authority of the military judge," he told the seven-judge appeals panel.

From Reuters • Oct. 11, 2012

Miss Forcible and Miss Spink were doing some acting.

From "Coraline" by Neil Gaiman

“I know not how to tell thee who I am,” said Miss Spink to Miss Forcible.

From "Coraline" by Neil Gaiman