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Forcing the lid open broke it.
What does Forcing mean?
Making something happen by pressure.
Dictionary definition
Making something happen through pressure, power, or effort.
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Forcing in a sentence
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The coach was forcing a difficult decision.
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WordForcing.
Partnoun, verb.
MeaningForcing means Making something happen by pressure.
ExampleExample: Forcing the lid open broke it.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- for · sing
- Strongest beat
- for
- Ending
- sing
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on for.
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Synonyms
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pressuringPushing someone or something toward an action.
forceRelated word that supports the meaning of forcing.
Antonyms
Opposite words
allowingLetting something happen freely.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to forcing, depending on context.
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Forcing word family
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forcing
noun
forcings
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