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Forcing
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forsing
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Simple meaning
What does Forcing mean?
Making something happen by pressure.
Dictionary definition
Making something happen through pressure, power, or effort.
Example sentences
Forcing in a sentence
easy
Forcing the lid open broke it.
medium
The coach was forcing a difficult decision.
hard
Forcing can describe pressure, effort, growth techniques, or moves in games.
Synonyms
Words like Forcing
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.
Word family
Forcing word family
Base word
forcing
noun
forcings
More than one forcing.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does forcing mean?
Forcing means making something happen by pressure.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to forcing?
Pressuring is close in meaning to forcing in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of forcing?
Allowing contrasts with forcing.
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