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Some circuitry inside interceptors is considered commercially obsolete, forcing the U.S. to rely on expensive equipment from foreign suppliers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Demand slowed as prices soared above $10,000, forcing sellers to drop prices closer to gametime.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

His successful but ultimately draining first inning led to UNC scoring four in the next two innings, knocking the Trojans into a huge hole and forcing its bullpen to stem the tide.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

The exchanges came during a Commons debate about the government's response to a motion forcing it to publish files related to Lord Mandelson's appointment.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

I drop it like it’s fire, watch it flutter to the floor while I count and breathe, count and breathe, forcing my hammering heart to chill out.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam