forcing
word · lemma: force
/ˈfɔɹsɪŋ/
FOR-sing
/fˈɔːsɪŋ/
FAW-sing
Definition
Making someone do something they do not want to do, or causing something to happen by using power, pressure, or strength.
Usage & Nuances
'Forcing' is the present participle of 'force.' It suggests using pressure or authority, often in negative situations (e.g., 'forcing someone to leave'). Common phrases: 'forcing a smile,' 'forcing an issue.' Not used for physical strength alone (use 'pushing' or 'pulling').
Spanish: forzar - obligarPortuguese (BR): forçar - obrigarPortuguese (PT): forçar - obrigarChinese (Simplified): 强迫 - 逼迫Chinese (Traditional): 強迫 - 逼迫Hindi: मजबूर करनाArabic: إجبار - فرضBengali: জোর করে করানো - বাধ্য করাRussian: принуждение - заставлениеJapanese: 強制すること - 無理にさせることVietnamese: ép buộc - cưỡng épKorean: 강요 - 억지로 시키기Turkish: zorlamakUrdu: مجبور کرنا - زبردستی کرناIndonesian: memaksa - memaksakan
Example Sentences
She kept forcing the door open.
basic
You're forcing the conversation in a direction no one likes.
natural
Sometimes forcing a smile is the only way to get through.
natural
They're forcing a decision without enough information.
natural
He is forcing his brother to come with him.
basic
Stop forcing me to eat more.
basic