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as in compelling
having the power to persuade
made a very forceful argument against going to war
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as in aggressive
marked by or uttered with forcefulness
kept asking until I gave a very forceful and blunt "no"
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as in strong
not showing weakness or uncertainty
took a forceful stand on the highly controversial issue
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as in influential
having power over the minds or behavior of others
a forceful speaker whose words moved the audience to tears
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Recent Examples of forceful
Combining forceful brushwork with careful, architectural construction, Guerrero produces a novel hybrid of geometric and expressive abstraction.
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Benjamin Lima
special Contributor, Dallas Morning News, 18 Mar. 2026
Parkes symbolizes this through occasional split-screen shots of skylines slightly misaligned in color and angle; the film has all the subtlety of a sledgehammer, and all the forceful momentum too.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 17 Mar. 2026
The clip on TikTok shows the seat jerking abruptly, apparently from forceful pushes by the person seated behind her.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Ayton responded with one of his more forceful games of the season, producing a double-double with 14 points, 12 rebounds and two assists.
—Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2026
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Benjamin Lima
special Contributor, Dallas Morning News, 18 Mar. 2026
Parkes symbolizes this through occasional split-screen shots of skylines slightly misaligned in color and angle; the film has all the subtlety of a sledgehammer, and all the forceful momentum too.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 17 Mar. 2026
The clip on TikTok shows the seat jerking abruptly, apparently from forceful pushes by the person seated behind her.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Ayton responded with one of his more forceful games of the season, producing a double-double with 14 points, 12 rebounds and two assists.
—Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for forceful
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Lime and simple syrup echoed the satisfying push and pull of a proper Gimlet, and a splash of homemade ginger beer gave a spice that lingers on the palate, a compelling closing argument for cocktails with fresh ingredients.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
21 Mar. 2026
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What makes Matera particularly compelling for active explorers is the way the city itself demands physical engagement.—
Lauren Schuster,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Mar. 2026
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Family questions police response Sye's other sister told CBS New Baltimore that the officers were too aggressive in their response.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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Your 6th House of Health tightens under pressure as the unconscious Moon squares aggressive Mars, presently in your 3rd House of Dialogue, so timing and tone carry extra weight.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Mar. 2026
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The Congressional Progressive Caucus, which includes roughly 100 House Democrats, has formally opposed a reauthorization without changes to the program, marking its strongest stance yet against Section 702 and complicating the path forward for GOP leadership, according to the Hill.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
25 Mar. 2026
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Like a magic potion in a fairy tale, these liquid cleanses promised clear skin, strong nails, shiny hair, and gut health.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Mar. 2026
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Some of the world’s wealthiest and most influential people remain deadset on leaving Earth behind for a new life in outer space.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
26 Mar. 2026
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Midfielder Lasse Berg Johnsen is already influential in orchestrating the offense.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
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While all of us may have shared certain elements, Frank’s work was the most effective, the most authentic, and the most convincing.—
Rem Koolhaas,
Artforum,
26 Mar. 2026
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The scam artists are reportedly using real names of Sheriff's Office staff and accessing public arrest records to seem more convincing.—
CBS Atlanta Digital Team,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Stewart pounces on his first pitch, launching an emphatic Grand Slam to right field to give Texas State the lead.—
Caleb Yum,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
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Ekta Gulechha, director of marketing for India at Crunchyroll, says viewer response to the title has been emphatic.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2026
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Australian punk band SwapMeet inspired vigorous moshing.—
Ramon Ramirez,
Austin American Statesman,
19 Mar. 2026
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After vigorous and lengthy discussion from the public, the City Council ultimately signed off on Mayor Matt Mahan’s budget message 8-3, setting priorities around housing, homelessness, economic growth, public safety and clean neighborhoods.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
18 Mar. 2026
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Francis ordered the Argentine criteria published as an official act of the Vatican and wrote a letter to the bishops declaring their interpretation authoritative.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 Mar. 2026
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With an authoritative and rich baritone voice, Orion Samuelson delivered critical information for farmers across the Midwest during a 60-year career as WGN-AM radio’s agribusiness reporter.—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Forceful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forceful. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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