force
noun
physical power or strength possessed by a living being.
have been forcing
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present perfect progressiveof force.present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Reports showing the U.S. economy and job market remain remarkably solid, along with some comments from Fed officials, have been forcing the delays.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 12, 2024
"The authorities have been forcing us since November 2020 to die. We want all of you, the citizens of Uttar Pradesh and the country, to hear this," her friend says.
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2021
Lately, the Bears have been forcing a lot of turnovers with 13 in the last three games.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 6, 2011
Perhaps invent a reverse with two diamonds because it would have been forcing.
From New York Times ● Mar. 1, 2010
Some guy drew it a hundred years ago, and people have been forcing kids to memorize it ever since.
From "Liar & Spy" by Rebecca Stead
