force out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To cause something to be ejected
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
We are going to force out intolerance.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To create an out by touching a base in advance of a runner who has no base to return to while in possession of a ball which has already touched the ground
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “force out” mean?
To cause something to be ejected
Is “force out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.