compulsion
Example Sentences
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"Great powers can compel, but compulsion comes with costs, both reputational and financial," the former central banker added.
From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026
"She must have had some compulsion," one wrote.
From BBC • Dec. 9, 2025
Nevertheless, our compulsion to glean some broader significance from Carol’s story cannot help but wander into that territory.
From Salon • Nov. 26, 2025
With the approach of Black Friday, the most visible display of America’s shopping compulsion is just around the corner.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025
For that reason she felt no compulsion to verify herself—be consistent with herself.
From "Sula" by Toni Morrison
