forcing

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Swallowing the massive pills felt like forcing a brick down a paper towel roll.

From Slate • May 23, 2026

The cost of business supplies posted the biggest increase since 2022, forcing companies to lift prices on customers or to cut jobs to offset their own rising expenses.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

The protesters also alleged that food rations had been reduced at the facility, forcing them to purchase costly items at the commissary.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

As debt levels rise, some fear that the supply of bonds will outstrip demand, forcing governments to pay higher interest rates.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

My parents back up, forcing me to do the same.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas