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VocabJLPT N3

compulsion

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. compulsion
2. coercion
3. Coercion

This noun and verb (する) means "compulsion" or "coercion," referring to forcing someone to do something against their will. It carries a strong nuance of pressure or obligation and is often used in legal or social contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Um, is this mandatory participation?

Sentence 2

It was a relief when the teacher said "submission isn't required."

Sentence 3

"If it's not mandatory, I'm not going," said Kenta.

Sentence 4

He kept repeating, "This isn't forced."

Sentence 5

We never pressure customers into ordering anything extra.