JLPT N1 Advanced
強いて
Forcibly, by force, or if pressed to specify.
Readings
1 Adverb
By force" / "Forcibly
Describes proceeding with an action despite difficulties, reluctance, or the fact that it may be unreasonable.
Example
嫌がる 彼 を 強いて 参加 させ た 。
I forced him to participate even though he didn't want to.
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2 Adverb
If I had to say" / "If pressed
Expresses the act of daring to make a choice or statement when there is no clear or definitive option.
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