forcefulness
noun
Examples of forceful in a Sentence
He has a very forceful personality.
She's a confident and forceful leader.
They have made a forceful argument in favor of changing the system.
The government has threatened to use more forceful measures if necessary.
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The prose in this quiet, forceful epic exemplifies Kincaid’s trademark sharpness.
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Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
The field gained steam when Chris Bright withdrew to endorse Anthony DiLorenzo, a prominent and forceful Portsmouth businessman and noted UNH donor who is seriously considering a run.
—Kristin Tate, Boston Herald, 15 Oct. 2025
This is the same front office that let Calais Campbell sign a one-year deal that could potentially be worth $6 million with the Arizona Cardinals, letting the forceful defensive lineman, and sensational team leader walk out the door without a fight.
—Omar Kelly
october 3, Miami Herald, 3 Oct. 2025
The idea — supplying Ukraine with an interest-free loan of $164 billion to boost its military capabilities — would send a forceful message to Moscow, Merz wrote in the Financial Times.
—semafor.com, 29 Sep. 2025
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Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
The field gained steam when Chris Bright withdrew to endorse Anthony DiLorenzo, a prominent and forceful Portsmouth businessman and noted UNH donor who is seriously considering a run.
—Kristin Tate, Boston Herald, 15 Oct. 2025
This is the same front office that let Calais Campbell sign a one-year deal that could potentially be worth $6 million with the Arizona Cardinals, letting the forceful defensive lineman, and sensational team leader walk out the door without a fight.
—Omar Kelly
october 3, Miami Herald, 3 Oct. 2025
The idea — supplying Ukraine with an interest-free loan of $164 billion to boost its military capabilities — would send a forceful message to Moscow, Merz wrote in the Financial Times.
—semafor.com, 29 Sep. 2025
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“Forceful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/forceful. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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