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VocabJLPT N1

forcing (e.g. a vote)

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. forcing (e.g. a vote)
2. carrying out (forcibly)

A noun and verb meaning to carry out or push through something forcefully, often despite opposition or unfavorable conditions. It suggests that an action was taken regardless of objections or difficulties.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Wait, you're forcing a release tonight?!

Sentence 2

He said "I'll take responsibility" and forced ahead with it.

Sentence 3

Hey, boss — ramming this through without listening to the objections is a bad idea!

Sentence 4

You pushed the release through before we approved it — is that going to be a problem?

Sentence 5

There's a lot of opposition to that proposal — are you really going to force it through?