forces (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈfɔːrsɪz/
Definition
The military strength of a nation, typically comprising its army, navy, and air force.
Examples
The government decided to deploy additional forces to the border region.
Training exercises help to keep the armed forces ready for any situation.
International peacekeeping forces were sent to stabilize the area after the conflict.
How to Use forces
- forces of nature (collocation)
- Powerful natural phenomena like storms or earthquakes. — "The small village was completely overwhelmed by the forces of nature."
- join the forces (collocation)
- To enlist in the military. — "After graduating, he decided to join the forces and serve his country."
- force of habit (idiom)
- Something done automatically without thinking, due to routine. — "She still checks her old email address out of force of habit."
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