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.