Pronunciation: /ˈfɔːrsɪz/
noun a group of people or resources organized for a particular purpose
A1 The strong winds forces the trees to sway.
A2 The police forces are working together to solve the case.
B1 The economic forces are influencing the market trends.
B2 The opposing forces in the debate made for an interesting discussion.
C1 The military forces were deployed to maintain peace in the region.
C2 The gravitational forces between the planets keep them in orbit around the sun.
verb to compel or drive (someone) to do something
A1 The wind forces the trees to sway.
A2 She forces herself to wake up early every morning.
B1 The new law forces companies to disclose their financial records.
B2 The coach forces the team to practice extra hard for the upcoming tournament.
C1 The government forces citizens to evacuate the area due to the approaching hurricane.
C2 The harsh conditions of the desert forces travelers to be well-prepared for their journey.
formal The military forces were deployed to the border to maintain peace.
informal The police forces are cracking down on illegal activities in the neighborhood.
slang The gang forces are causing trouble in the area.
figurative The forces of nature can be unpredictable and powerful.
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