third force
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of third force
First recorded in 1945–50
Example Sentences
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South Yorkshire Police is the third force to apologise after a UK-wide campaign led by Peter Tatchell.
From BBC
The titular quiet American believes there must be a “third force” that would lead the country to democracy.
From Washington Post
Soon, it becomes clear that he sees the United States as that third force, a conviction that will cost him dearly.
From Washington Post
In this context, Ms. Dolidze appears as a potential “third force,” said Mr. de Waal.
From New York Times
The former prime minister's Perikatan has emerged as a third force in Malaysia.
From Reuters
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