in force

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Definition of in forcenext
as in operational
being in effective operation The regular work rules will remain in force during the review process.

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Recent Examples of in force Policy loans can accrue interest and reduce the death benefit and remaining cash value, and taking too much money from a policy can create problems with keeping the coverage in force. — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026 The plan had nearly 700,000 residential policies in force as of June, a 157% increase since September 2022. — Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026 The news comes ahead of next week’s MIPCOM Cannes, where Banijay Rights executives will be out in force with a new-look catalog incorporating All3Media International’s fare. — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2026 Juan Proaño, who heads the League of United Latin American Citizens, said ICE doesn't have to show up in force at numerous sites. — ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in force

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“In force.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/in%20force. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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