In force

Prepositional phrase

Word Frequency: 8.3

Definitions

1.Prepositional phraseWith a substantial number of men capable of exerting force or of making a show of force.

"The police arrived in force at dawn to raid the drug lab."

2.Prepositional phraseWith a substantial display of resources.

"They made the presentation in force to try to impress the client."

3.Prepositional phraseIn effect; applicable.

"Some of the old laws against treason are no longer in force."

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