force into surrender

Frequency: 6.07.3 per million words

To compel an opponent to surrender through power or violence.

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Examples (10)

  • The prolonged siege and lack of supplies eventually forced the enemy into surrender.
  • Despite fierce resistance, the army was forced into surrender by the overwhelming enemy forces.
  • The rebels, cornered and outnumbered, were forced into surrender after days of fighting.
  • Diplomatic pressure and economic sanctions aimed to force the regime into surrender.
  • The general refused to be forced into surrender, vowing to fight to the last man.
  • After their supply lines were cut, the soldiers had no choice but to be forced into surrender.
  • The commander's bold strategy forced the opposing forces into surrender within a week.
  • It is a grim reality when a nation is forced into surrender due to insurmountable odds.
  • The successful blockade forced the besieged city into surrender.
  • They attempted to force the enemy into surrender through a series of strategic attacks.