Eg, what is a toddler doing when they force a square peg through a round role? More abstractly, what would you call it when you try to describe something via a model that doesn’t really fit, and you make lots of stretches to try and get the situation to make sense with the model.
Eg: «I know we claimed this phenomenon could be described by theory X, but in retrospect we really just <BLANK>ed our observations into theory X’s model».
edit: And just as I’m typing this I come up with «shoehorn». I’m pretty sure that’s what I was trying to come up with. Still, I’d be interested in knowing if people think that actually does make sense here.
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You might make use of the following idiom:
Procrustean bed — «a scheme or pattern into which someone or something is arbitrarily forced» (Merriam-Webster)
Procrustes was a figure from Greek legend who cut or stretched his guests to fit his bed.
If you need it as a verb, you might use the construction: __ was made to fit the Proceustean bed of __.
answered May 6, 2016 at 1:20
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ram — to push or put (something) into a position or place by force.
More importantly, it means to force passage or acceptance of.
Your example — I know we claimed this phenomenon could be described by theory X, but in retrospect we really just rammed our observations into theory X’s model
wedge — to force. (someone or something) into a very small or narrow place (literally or figuratively)
And there is always drive.
answered May 6, 2016 at 2:26
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«I know we claimed this phenomenon could be described by theory X,
but in retrospect we really just BLANKed our observations into
theory X’s model».
Retrofitted, (in which case change «in retrospect» to «in hindsight»).
Retconned, (geeky, more suited to describing the ulterior politics of flexible official narratives and histories — wouldn’t be applicable to normal science, but might apply if a lab had become a real soap opera).
Adapted, (not slangy), altered, modified, mutated… choice depends on how one feels is about theory X.
Forced.
(Shoehorned is probably fine…)
answered May 6, 2016 at 3:34
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Actually, force is not a bad start. You could try «force fit,» which is in abundant usage to mean something that is forced into a place or application where it just doesn’t fit or belong.
Examples from Wordnik.com:
So rather than force-fit plans crafted for one part of the world onto another, Cisco created an entirely new geographic region devoted solely to emerging countries. Inder Sidhu: Decisions without Tradeoffs
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What I ironically find more interesting is taking what few alternate “explanations” anti-evolution activists have offered — note how vague they are becoming in terms of “what happened when” — and trying to force-fit the evidence to see if any of those mutually contradictory alternate “explanations” has any merit. Accretionary lapilli — The Panda’s Thumb
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McCain is too complex a character to force-fit into the caricatures that ideologues at both extremes are always peddling as the “truth.” As Democrats Fight, McCain Seeks the Middle — The Caucus Blog — NYTimes.com
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Examples abound. In fact, one hears this usage all the time. I’d say it’s the perfect for you.
answered Jan 6, 2019 at 15:17
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contrived
adjective: obviously planned or forced; strained, artificial, or lacking in spontaneity; unnatural
verb (used with object), con·trived, con·triv·ing. to plan with ingenuity; devise; invent. Ex. The author contrived a clever plot. to
bring about or effect by a plan, scheme, or the like; manage. Ex. He
contrived to gain their votes. to plot (evil, treachery, etc.).(used without object), con·trived, con·triv·ing. to form designs;
plan. to plot.verb (tr) to manage (something or to do something), esp by means of a trick; engineer. Ex. He contrived to make them meet. (tr) to
think up or adapt ingeniously or elaborately. Ex. He contrived a new
mast for the boat. to plot or scheme (treachery, evil, etc)Contrive — to make something happen, especially by using clever or
dishonest methods. Ex. We contrived to have an enjoyable holiday
inspite of the rain.
Maybe also, Engineered, Molded, Forged
Sources Google, dictionary.com, thesaurus.com
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force (someone or something) into (something)
(redirected from force into)
force (someone or something) into (something)
1. To cause something to collapse or break inward using a great deal of force. I couldn’t open the box properly, so I just used my thumbs to force the lid into it. Police had to force the door into the suspect’s apartment.
2. To push, shove, or jam someone or something into a particular space or thing. That box is full of breakables, so don’t just force it into the closet like that! I can’t believe they forced us into that dirty jail cell, as if we were a couple of petty criminals!
3. To persuade or pressure someone or an animal to enter some space or thing. Don’t force her into the elevator if she’s scared I ultimately had to force the dog back into the house because we were running late.
4. To persuade, pressure, or compel someone or something to do something or enter into some arrangement or situation. A noun or pronoun is used between «force» and «into.» No one forced him into signing that contract! She was forced into marriage at a very young age. The stock market crash has forced the country into another economic downturn.
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. © 2022 Farlex, Inc, all rights reserved.
- force in
- hard power
- force down
- haul into (some place)
- jam in
- by main force
- force (something) down (one’s) throat
- force something down someone’s throat
- force (something) on (one)
- haul in
force.
Frequently Asked Questions About force Some common synonyms of force are coerce, compel, constrain, and oblige. While all these words mean “to make someone or something yield,” force is the general term and implies the overcoming of resistance by the exertion of strength, power, or duress.
Contents
- 1 What is it called when you push someone to do something?
- 2 What is another word for trying to do something?
- 3 What’s a word for being forced to do something?
- 4 Whats a better word for making?
- 5 What is the word for making someone choose?
- 6 What word means hard to accomplish or achieve?
- 7 What does to make an effort mean?
- 8 What’s another word for trying too hard?
- 9 What to do if someone forces you to do something?
- 10 What is it called when someone tells you to do something?
- 11 What do you call someone who pushes their beliefs on others?
- 12 What does to fabricate mean?
- 13 What is another word for making a decision?
- 14 What’s a word for picking and choosing?
- 15 What is the word for choosing something?
- 16 What is another word for achieving a goal?
- 17 What is it called when you put a lot of effort into something?
- 18 Which word means that you put all your effort into a task?
- 19 What’s another way to say make an effort?
- 20 What make progress means?
What is it called when you push someone to do something?
compel. verb. to force someone to do something, or to get something from someone using force.
What is another word for trying to do something?
Some common synonyms of try are attempt, endeavor, essay, and strive. While all these words mean “to make an effort to accomplish an end,” try is often close to attempt but may stress effort or experiment made in the hope of testing or proving something.
What’s a word for being forced to do something?
Coercion is a common word for being forced against one’s will. to compel or restrain by force or authority without regard to individual wishes or desires; to compel by force or intimidation. Likewise compel is used the same way, but is less forceful: to force, drive, or constrain: to necessitate or pressure by force.
Whats a better word for making?
What is another word for making?
| construction | manufacture |
|---|---|
| fabrication | composition |
| forging | manufacturing |
| producing | creating |
| forming | invention |
What is the word for making someone choose?
What is another word for make a choice?
| pick out | choose |
|---|---|
| mark | decide |
| peg | designate |
| stipulate | make a selection |
| cap | pin down |
What word means hard to accomplish or achieve?
elusive. adjective. difficult or impossible to achieve.
What does to make an effort mean?
If you make the effort to do something, you do it, even though you need extra energy to do it or you do not really want to.
What’s another word for trying too hard?
What is another word for trying too hard?
| overcompensating | giving too much weight to |
|---|---|
| overcorrecting | overplaying |
| overreacting |
What to do if someone forces you to do something?
How to Respond if Someone Is Pressuring You
- Remind yourself this isn’t your fault. You did not do anything wrong.
- Trust your gut. Don’t feel obligated to do anything you don’t want to do.
- Have a code word.
- It’s okay to lie.
- Think of an escape route.
What is it called when someone tells you to do something?
instruct. verb. formal to tell someone to do something, especially officially or as their employer.
What do you call someone who pushes their beliefs on others?
Obtrude meaning
To impose (oneself or one’s ideas) on others with undue insistence or without invitation.
What does to fabricate mean?
transitive verb. 1a : invent, create. b : to make up for the purpose of deception accused of fabricating evidence. 2 : construct, manufacture specifically : to construct from diverse and usually standardized parts Their plan is to fabricate the house out of synthetic parts.
What is another word for making a decision?
What is another word for make a decision?
| choose | decide |
|---|---|
| agree | opt |
| elect | pick |
| resolve | select |
| take | adopt |
What’s a word for picking and choosing?
What is another word for pick and choose?
| cherry-pick | choose |
|---|---|
| prefer | name |
| handpick | tag |
| cull | opt for |
| single out | pick out |
What is the word for choosing something?
prefer, select, single (out), tag, take.
What is another word for achieving a goal?
Frequently Asked Questions About achieve
Some common synonyms of achieve are accomplish, discharge, effect, execute, fulfill, and perform.
What is it called when you put a lot of effort into something?
persevere. make an all-out effort.
Which word means that you put all your effort into a task?
Something strenuous requires all your effort and strength, like a hard workout at the gym or carrying a backpack full of heavy books.
What’s another way to say make an effort?
What is another word for make effort?
| attempt | try |
|---|---|
| push | embark on |
| make an effort | take on |
| try out | exert oneself |
| give a fling | give it a burl |
What make progress means?
Definition of make progress
: to move forward in one’s work or activity We’re not finished yet, but we’re making progress.
paraphrasingword-choice
I have a quote in my essay but I don’t remember where I got it from, so I need to remove and paraphrase it. Here’s my original sentence:
The belief that, as Christian women, queens should behave meekly is a reflection of the “submissiveness that a male-dominated Church and society imposed on women.”
I’m trying to rewrite it as:
The belief that, as Christian women, queens should behave meekly is a reflection of the Church and society’s [word for «forced submission»] of women.
Does «coercion» work here? If not, do you have any other suggestions?
Thanks!
Словосочетания
Автоматический перевод
сила в том, чтобы
Перевод по словам
force — сила, действие, войска, насилие, заставлять, форсировать, принуждать
into — в, на, к
Примеры
The United Nations has decided to send a peacekeeping force into the area.
ООН приняла решение об отправке в данный регион миротворческих сил.
The company was forced into bankruptcy.
Компанию вынудили к банкротству.
Women were often forced into arranged marriages.
Женщин часто принуждали вступать в браки по расчёту.
Bad health forced him into taking early retirement.
Плохое здоровье вынудило его рано уйти на пенсию.
There were no signs of forced entry into the house.
Никаких признаков насильственного проникновения в дом не было.
By degrees, John forced himself into a sitting position.
Постепенно Джон заставил себя принять сидячее положение.
The house was raided and the family was forced into exile.
Дом подвергся налёту и семья была вынуждена из него уйти.
You’re gonna force me into roughin’ ya up. *
Ты меня вынуждаешь стукнуть тебя.
Примеры, отмеченные *, могут содержать сленг и разговорные фразы.