In force Meaning in English
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈfɔɹs
in-FORS
ˈɪn/ /fˈɔːs
in-FAWS
Definition
If a law, rule, or agreement is in force, it is currently active and must be followed. It can also describe something happening with strength or in large numbers.
Usage & Nuances
Most common in legal, governmental, and formal contexts. 'In force' refers primarily to laws, rules, or regulations, but can also describe collective action ('arrived in force' = many came). Don't confuse with 'enforce' (verb).
Spanish: en vigorPortuguese (BR): em vigorPortuguese (PT): em vigorChinese (Simplified): 生效中 - 现行Chinese (Traditional): 生效中 - 現行Hindi: प्रभाव मेंArabic: ساري المفعولBengali: প্রযোজ্য - কার্যকরRussian: в силе - действуетJapanese: 施行中 - 有効Vietnamese: có hiệu lực - đang áp dụngKorean: 시행 중 - 유효Turkish: yürürlükte - geçerliUrdu: نافذ العمل - مؤثرIndonesian: berlaku - sedang berlaku
Example Sentences
The new regulations are now in force.
basic
This law has been in force for ten years.
basic
No smoking policy is in force here.
basic
All safety rules remain in force during the renovation.
natural
Hundreds of protesters arrived in force at the city square.
natural
The agreements signed last year are still in force despite the changes.
natural