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compel
to force to do something
In more detail
1. (verb) to force someone to do something; to make someone do something against their will
2. (verb) to force or drive something forward
Examples
- 1. The law compels all citizens to pay taxes.
- 2. The evidence compels us to accept this conclusion.
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