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Recent Examples of forcible
Seals ultimately pleaded guilty to two counts of forcible touching and was sentenced to 45 days in jail and six years’ probation, authorities said.
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Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 25 Mar. 2026
In its latest report, Human Rights Watch said Israel's tactics of forcible displacement and deliberate targeting of civilians in Lebanon risk violating international law and constitute war crimes.
—Npr Staff, NPR, 25 Mar. 2026
Broward Sheriff’s Office policy allows deputies to pursue when a forcible felony has been committed.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026
The charges that could carry the heaviest punishment for Williams are rape, forcible penetration and lewd conduct with a minor.
—Shannon Tyler
march 20, Idaho Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
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Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 25 Mar. 2026
In its latest report, Human Rights Watch said Israel's tactics of forcible displacement and deliberate targeting of civilians in Lebanon risk violating international law and constitute war crimes.
—Npr Staff, NPR, 25 Mar. 2026
Broward Sheriff’s Office policy allows deputies to pursue when a forcible felony has been committed.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026
The charges that could carry the heaviest punishment for Williams are rape, forcible penetration and lewd conduct with a minor.
—Shannon Tyler
march 20, Idaho Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for forcible
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This quote standing alone appears to be a forceful argument for the opponents of the right, but Trumbull’s full quote actually eviscerates their argument.—
Ediberto Roman,
Sun Sentinel,
19 Apr. 2026
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In addition to forceful statements from family members, a 10-page motion to deny bail was filed by Yolo County District Jeff Reisig prior to the hearing.—
Joe Rubin,
Sacbee.com,
19 Apr. 2026
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The Mexican Mafia, described as the largest and most powerful gang operating from inside state prisons, controls gangs throughout Southern California.—
Brittny Mejia,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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This structure is designed to make the platform accessible while offering more powerful AI features for those who require more extensive support.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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One particularly potent collage combines his portrait and fingerprint with the Japanese imperial chrysanthemum.—
Tessa Solomon,
ARTnews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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Tart cherries contain flavonoids, such as anthocyanins (potent antioxidants that give cherries their color).—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
24 Apr. 2026
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The mighty Dodgers have also only won four but have done it at a 44% success rate.—
Tyler Estep,
AJC.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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That’s true even for the mighty Rolling Stones, who in 2021 lost drummer Charlie Watts.—
Marc Ballon,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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The success of these titles owed much to Movistar Plus’ creation of talent relations with some of the most exciting creatives in Spain and a far more muscular investment in films and series which allowed for across-the-board production standards.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
24 Apr. 2026
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All of this gets a steady electrical charge from Kormákur’s muscular direction, Sher’s sweeping camerawork and a no-nonsense, ominous score by Högni Egilsson.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Forcible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forcible. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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