forcing out

Example Sentences

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The feeling of being trapped has grown as Europe and the United States further tighten entry rules, with neighbouring Iran and Pakistan forcing out 2.5 million Afghans last year alone.

From Barron's • Mar. 3, 2026

If a position is eliminated, an employee may be able to bump to a lower-paid position that is vacant or may end up forcing out an employee with less seniority.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026

Most were angry at exorbitant rent hikes, unregulated holiday lettings, and the endless influx of Americans and Europeans into the city's trendy neighbourhoods like Condesa, Roma and La Juárez, forcing out long-term residents.

From BBC • Aug. 29, 2025

Seattle-based Zillow is suing real estate listing services across the United States, arguing the services are forcing out a Zillow subsidiary to maintain illegal monopolies.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 29, 2023

“I don’t remember,” he said, forcing out the words.

From "Ceremony:" by Leslie Marmon Silko