(set theory) The original form of forcing, starting with a model M of set theory in which the axiom of constructibility, V = L, holds, and then building up a larger model M[G] of Zermelo-Fraenkel set theory by adding a generic subset G of a partially ordered set to M, imitating Kurt Gödel's constructible hierarchy.

(chemistry, often in the plural) The relatively weak attraction between neutral atoms and molecules arising from polarization induced in each particle by the presence of other particles.

plural of van der Waals force

To put someone under a lot of pressure; to put someone in a very difficult situation.

(idiomatic, humorous, rare) Synonym of may the Force not be with you

A census-designated place in Yuba County, California, United States.

(US, military, politics) The spaceforce of the United States. A branch of the United States of America military dedicated to outer space activities and related support activities.

simple past tense and past participle of force something down someone's throat

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of force something down someone's throat

(derogatory, idiomatic) To shove something down someone's throat.