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force
/fɔːs/
When used as a noun to describe strength or coercion, 'force' is often uncountable (e.g., "use force"). However, when referring to an organized group like the police, it is a countable noun (e.g., "a task force"). As a verb, 'force' is almost always followed by an object and then an infinitive verb (e.g., "force someone TO do something").
💬Casual Conversation
Can you force the client to sign off by 5? Need that win.
I'm not exactly in a position to lean on them, Dave.
Meanings
Strength or energy as manifested in physical action or movement.
"The force of the wind knocked down several trees."
Coercion used to make someone do something against their will.
"The police were called to remove the protesters by force."
An organized body of people, typically military or police.
"The task force was assigned to investigate the fraud case."
Examples
The force of that wave almost swept me away!
I won't let you force me into this deal!
Stop trying to force a conversation, it is just awkward.
Don't use force to open the door; it is jammed!
We had to call in a task force for this.
I can't believe they used force to clear the square.
Just force yourself to smile for the camera, okay?
Look, I cannot force you to stay if you hate it.
The police force is already on their way here.
Who gave you the right to force my hand?