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Correct use of 'force' and 'enforce'? He forced his son to be obedient like a dog. He enforced his plan against the resistance of his boss. Thanks for your help.
Dec 8, 2018 8:50 PM
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Yes these are correct. To force somebody or something means using force to make them do something. To enforce something - usually a law or other rule - means making sure that that law or rule is obeyed. Enforcement may or may not require the use of force - it depends on the rule, and on how obedient the people are. I wouldn't typically say that I had enforced a plan - a plan isn't a law or rule - I would say I have carried it out: your sentence would read better with this.
December 8, 2018
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You used both words correctly. Well done!
December 8, 2018
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