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Dictionary
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Def: violent physical action used to achieve something
Example: 1. Force should be used by police only when strictly necessary for law enforcement and maintaining public order.
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lethal force
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on the use of force
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abusive use of force
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arbitrary use of force
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excessive use of force
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the police force
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force majeure
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unlawful / illegal use of force
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use of reasonable force
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be in force
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use force against/ on somebody
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enter into force
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| dic_connotations |
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