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force-land

Definition: To make an emergency landing due to a loss of power or in an unplanned manner, typically without a choice or control over the landing location.

Part of speech: Verb

Sense: When an aircraft or spacecraft is compelled to land suddenly and unexpectedly.

Usage:

1. The pilot had to force-land the plane in a field after the engine failed.
2. During the storm, the helicopter was forced to force-land on the nearest beach.
3. Due to the technical glitch, the spacecraft had to force-land on an unknown planet.

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