under compulsion

phrase

: as a result of being forced

He was acting under compulsion.

Examples of under compulsion in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Its rapid-fire storytelling and plot twists kept viewers under compulsion for eight seasons, paving the way for several successful spinoffs. — James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Jan. 2026

While former Presidents have often been subpoenaed, none have ever appeared before lawmakers under compulsion. — Nik Popli, Time, 5 Aug. 2025

The magazine Down To Earth reported several doctors in the country have admitted to prescribing the drug under compulsion, peer pressure or on patient’s demand, resulting in overuse at hospitals. — Siladitya Ray, Forbes, 19 May 2021

Rhymes for under compulsion

• microemulsion
• avulsion
• convulsion
• emulsion
• expulsion
• impulsion
• propulsion
• repulsion
• revulsion