force-out
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of force-out
An Americanism dating back to 1895–1900; noun use of verb phrase force out
Example Sentences
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Luna then coordinated with Leger Fernández, who had readied an expulsion resolution against Gonzales, to force out the pair almost simultaneously.
From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026
"A lot of it was subterfuge. We wanted to have them think he was in a different location because they had a vast military force out there," Trump said.
From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026
An infested tree will often display a thinning canopy and red or black stains on the trunk, injured areas where the tree is attempting to force out insects.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 10, 2026
Shaking can break open new rock surfaces, force out fluids that were previously sealed away, and redirect the flow of water through the subsurface.
From Science Daily • Nov. 25, 2025
But finally I manage to force out “Who are you?”
From "Hurricane Child" by Kheryn Callender
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