force
noun
physical power or strength possessed by a living being.
was forcing
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past progressiveof force.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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CEO Kristin Peck said at the time that a tough consumer spending environment was forcing pet owners to become more price-sensitive, leading to fewer vet visits and lower demand for premium products.
From Barron's ● May 29, 2026
The biggest safeguard from Paul’s camp was forcing Joshua to slim down by setting the fight’s weight limit at 245 pounds.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 19, 2025
More achievable was forcing factories which produce chemicals to move away from the Yangtze.
From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2025
He said that still high inflation was forcing him to start earlier than last year to buy holiday gifts so he could spread out the bills.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 14, 2023
She looked like she wanted to say more but was forcing herself to stay quiet.
From "We'll Fly Away" by Bryan Bliss
