compulsion in Dutch
compulsion in Dutch is drang, dwang — compulsion means a strong, often irrational urge to do something, even against one's better judgment.
compulsion in Dutch
drang
An irrational need or irresistible urge to perform some action, often despite negative consequences.
dwang
An irrational need or irresistible urge to perform some action, often despite negative consequences.
What does "compulsion" mean?
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noun A strong, often irrational urge to do something, even against one's better judgment.
"He felt a sudden compulsion to check his phone every few minutes."
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noun The use of force or pressure to make someone act a certain way.
"The confession was obtained under compulsion."
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compulsion in a sentence
- He felt a sudden compulsion to check his phone every few minutes.
- The confession was obtained under compulsion.
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What is "compulsion" in Dutch?
"compulsion" in Dutch is drang, dwang. compulsion means: A strong, often irrational urge to do something, even against one's better judgment.
How do you use "compulsion" in a sentence?
Example: "He felt a sudden compulsion to check his phone every few minutes." In Dutch, "compulsion" is drang, dwang.
Are there other ways to say "compulsion" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 2 translations listed for "compulsion": drang, dwang.
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