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compel

1 of 1verb
/kəmˈpɛl/
Forms:compels,compelling,compelled,compelled
1

to make someone do something

C1
  • The convincing argument compelled her to change her stance on the issue.
  • The law compels companies to disclose certain financial information.
  • The impending deadline will compel them to complete the project ahead of schedule.
  • The circumstances are compelling them to reconsider their initial decision.
  • The continuous pressure was compelling him to reevaluate his career choices.
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2

to cause something to be necessary or to make it inevitable

transitive
  • The gravity of the situation compelled a change in our approach.
  • The complexity of the project compelled additional resources.
  • The regulations compelled strict adherence to safety protocols.
  • The demands of the job compelled long hours of work.
  • The scale of the problem compelled a comprehensive solution.