force
noun
physical power or strength possessed by a living being.
forcing
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present participleof force.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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The pair’s greatest contribution to women’s basketball could be forcing the league to come up with some rule that keeps them out.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 16, 2026
For a weakened heart muscle, reducing strain is preferable to forcing it to work harder.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 16, 2026
Like Dixon, he was describing the predictable consequence of forcing voters back to the polls after they believed that the election was over.
From Slate ● Aug. 14, 2026
Young people have said a lack of career opportunities are forcing them to think about leaving home.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
Nobody occupying nearby space forcing him to stay aware.
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
