/ˈækt əv fɔrs/ – Pharse
Definition: sử dụng vũ lực, cưỡng bức.
A more thorough explanation: The legal English definition of the term “act of force” refers to any physical action or coercion used to compel or influence another person to act against their will or to prevent them from acting freely. This can include acts of violence, threats, intimidation, or any other form of physical force used to achieve a particular outcome.
Example: The act of force used by the defendant was deemed excessive by the court, leading to charges of assault and battery.