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

In response, a spokesperson for the development company said Tuesday night that it was shelving the Gardens District project entirely rather than forcing out Molbak’s.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 29, 2023

He was starting to feel words piling up inside him, crowding his lungs, forcing out all the air.

From "The Lemonade War" by Jacqueline Davies