force an entry
Frequency: 6.58.4 per million words
to get into a place by using physical power
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Examples (10)
- He found the door locked, but he forced an entry.
- The police had to force an entry into the suspect's apartment.
- CCTV footage shows the burglar trying to force an entry through the back window.
- If you don't answer, we will be authorized to force an entry.
- It was clear someone had attempted to force an entry, as the lock was broken.
- Firefighters forced an entry to rescue the people trapped inside the burning building.
- Using a crowbar, the thieves forced an entry into the jewelry store.
- A hungry bear forced an entry into the cabin, looking for food.
- Did the suspect force an entry, or was the door unlocked?
- Security systems are designed to prevent anyone from forcing an entry.