in force
The phrase "in force" is commonly used in legal and general contexts to indicate validity, operation, or presence.
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Definition
B2Law
(legal, formal)Currently valid and applicable, such as a law or rule.
Example
- The new regulations are now in force and must be followed by all companies.
- This law has been in force since 2020.
B1General
(common, informal)Present in large numbers or with a significant presence.
Example
- Protesters were out in force during the rally.
- Supporters showed up in force to cheer for their team.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "in force":
in effectcoming into forceby force ofin useforcing functionforce fieldin action