in force

phrase

1

: in great numbers

picnickers were out in force

2

: valid, operative

the ban remains in force

Examples of in force in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Once the requirement is fully in force, carriers will verify that eligible travelers have valid authorization before allowing them to board. — Bailey Berg, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026

Customers who had a private passenger State Farm auto policy in force at any time in 2025 and whose dividend payment is at least $10 qualify for a dividend. — Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 20 Aug. 2026

In a question-and-answer part of the event, a staffer expressed concern about the agency’s ability to continue the high level of detailed work necessary to address ongoing outbreaks such as measles and Ebola following a massive reduction in force. — Erika Edwards, NBC news, 19 Aug. 2026

Customers with a private passenger auto policy in force at any point in 2025 are eligible. — Tribune News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1603, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for in force

• concourse
• divorce
• endorse
• enforce
• indorse
• midcourse
• outsource
• perforce
• racehorse
• remorse
• seahorse
• workforce